BIOMATION presents

The Circulator Boot - Alternative to Amputation

2 Day Operational Training Session for chiropodists, nurses, physiotherapists
and physicians.

Cardio-synchronous compression therapy for the treatment of peripheral arterial and venous insufficiency.

Date:  Call for information.

This is a specialized course designed for you to learn the knowledge and develop the skills needed to be proficient in the application of Circulator Boot Therapy.  An interactive session/clinical skill lab is included.

This program is for health care professionals wishing to enhance their qualifications in this specialty area.  They will develop the knowledge relating to Circulator Boot Therapy and have the opportunity to develop the skills necessary to put this knowledge into clinical practice.

Participants will need to have RN, RPN, PT, Chiropodist or Physician status, or an equivalent.  Previous experience with wound care and diabetes management will be helpful but is not required.

A certificate will be issued upon the successful completion of the course.

 ]Pneumatic Boot compresses with cyclic pressure
]Design to compress chosen portions of the leg in the end-diastolic portion of the heart cycle in a series of treatments each commonly lasting 40 minutes.
]A noninvasive, safe alternative to amputation!
]A complementary treatment pre and post bypass
]A limb salvage device with the ability to promote revascularization as well as being a cardiac assist device.
 
Course Agenda
Day 1  
08:00 Check-in and Registration
08:15 Introduction and Background
08:30 Peripheral Vascular Disease
     The Vicious Cycle and Ischemia
10:00 Break
10:20 Diabetes - Special Considerations
     Neuropathy, Charcot Foot,
     Ischemia & Ulceration
12:00 Lunch
12:45 Circulator Boot Therapy
     Mechanisms of Therapeutic Effect
13:00 Diagnostics, Assessments, Charting and Overview of a Clinic
14:00 Multi-electrolyte Solution 'Sea Soaks'
14:30 Antibiotic Therapy
     Local Injection
15:00 Video and Wrap-up
Day 2  
08:00 Review of Material and Discussion
08:30 Summary of Client Profiles
08:45 The Mini-Boot - Application
10:00 Break
10:20 The Long-Boot - Application
12:00 Lunch
12:45 Clinical Skills Lab - Practicum
15:00 Discussion and Wrap-up
 
On completion of this training seminar, you will:

]
Feel confident with your increased knowledge of the Circulator Boot as it relates to those clients with peripheral vascular disease and the diabetic foot.
] Demonstrate an understanding of the application and significance of this revascularization therapy.
] Practice the clinical procedure of 'booting' a client.
] Increase your confidence in appropriate assessment skills.
] Ensure your clients' comfort and safety.
] Simplify your charting.
] Work with increased efficiency in the clinical setting.
] Identify resources to compliment your ongoing practice.
 

Individualized training to meet
every need!
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Please note the number of
participants per session is limited.

Many community health centres, podiatry clinics, hospitals, wound clinics and physicians provide specialized wound care and treatment. The techniques included in this course are successfully practised in several areas of the USA. Their effectiveness is well documented with extensive clinical evidence. The approach is one of active patient participation that is empowering to the patient and highly cost-effective for the health care system. Diabetes clinics are a steady source of referrals.

There is an urgent need for more effective wound treatment. Each amputation is a personal and financial disaster for the patient and produces a huge continuing liability for the health care system.

Cancellation and Refund Policy  
Cancellation 4 weeks prior to the course will result in a full refund. Cancellation after this date will result in a refund of the fees paid minus an administration fee of $25. Substitutions are permitted. Biomation reserves the right to cancel or change this program for due cause, in which case a full refund of fees will be made.

Confirmation  
Confirmation notice, travel directions, and hotel information will be sent following receipt of registration.

For further information about any aspects of the course, contact Dave Hanneson. Phone 1-888-667-2324.