Introduction to Lower Extremity Serial Casting
LIVE WEBINAR DATE AND TIME
Wednesday, April 23, 2025 4–5:30 pm CT
Note: If you are unable to attend the live event, you will be automatically enrolled in the on-demand version. The on-demand version will be available six weeks after the live broadcast.
INSTRUCTORS
Jaclyn Gould, PT, DPT, PCS & Rachel Lee, PT, DPT
WEBINAR DESCRIPTION
In this introductory webinar therapists will be introduced to lower extremity serial casting, with emphasis on casting of the ankle. Through education, participation in case studies and video demonstrations, attendees will learn indications and contraindications to casting in order to understand when a referral to serial casting is appropriate. This webinar is not intended to provide competency for hands-on skill completion in a clinical setting but is intended to provide an introduction to the world of serial casting.
LEARNER OUTCOMES
Upon completion of this webinar, participants will be able to:
- Define the purpose, evidence and process of serial casting for addressing a joint contracture
- Identify key aspects of a patient case used to determine the appropriate lower extremity casting prescription and application
- Verbalize indications and contraindications for a referral to serial casting
SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION
Participants will be present during the live webinar in its entirety and complete an attendance verification and assessment in the Academy Learning Portal within one month of the live air date.
AUDIENCE
Physical Therapists and Physical Therapist Assistants
CONTINUING EDUCATION
Physical Therapists: This online course has been approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Board for 1.5 Contact Hours. Approval #216-000069
The Shirley Ryan 汤头条app is recognized by California and the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider of physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education for 1.5 Contact Hours on 9/10/2024.
Many states accept continuing education contact hours recognized in other states, enabling professionals to use these hours to meet their licensing or certification requirements. Please consult your state regulations to see if this meets CEU requirements for your license.
DISCLOSURES
Course Directors and Planning Committee Members:
Julie Lenkiewicz, MS, CCC-SLP - Has nothing to disclose.
Melissa Kolski, PT, OCS, Dip MDT - Has nothing to disclose.
Leslie Marriott, OT - Has nothing to disclose.
Selah Bustamante, MSN, RN, CRRN - Has nothing to disclose.
Speakers, Moderators and Panelists:
Jaclyn Gould, PT, DPT, PCS - Has nothing to disclose.
Rachel Lee, PT, DPT - Has nothing to disclose.
TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS
To participate, you will need access to a device with an Internet connection. Computers, laptops, iOS and Android devices are supported. High-speed broadband Internet access (LAN, Cable or DSL) is highly recommended. Additional requirements include: Web browser: latest stable version of Chrome, Firefox, or Safari, JavaScript and Cookies enabled, Speaker and microphone, or headset with microphone, or phone to listen to webinar facilitators, Do NOT use Internet Explorer as it is not supported.
CANCELLATION POLICY
To request a cancellation of a live webinar, please provide written notice by email or by phone within 24 hours of placing your order and we will refund you the full course fee. If you cannot give notice within 24 hours, a credit towards a future course of equal value would apply.
