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BIOMATION PRESENTS
A
One-day course in evidence-based practice for physicians in
treating ischemic feet and legs -
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ADVANCED
WOUND THERAPY WITH THE CIRCULATOR BOOT
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Evidence Based Practice
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Learn
Techniques to produce more successful outcomes
Date: Call
for information.
Accredited CME
Course Description
Successful
healing is often a challenge when an ulcer or wound co-exists with
vascular disease. Treatment with advanced dressing systems, surgeries
and antibiotics can be frustrated by the lack of adequate blood
circulation. The condition slowly deteriorates. The patient inevitably
faces amputation of the affected area and further healing problems. With
the techniques given in this course, employing the Circulator Boot™,
you can greatly reduce these constraints.
The Circulator Boot is an
end-diastolic pneumatic compression system. Each compression is timed to
occur at a selectable time delay following the QRS signal. It is
effective for both arterial and venous insufficiency and suitable for
high-risk patients. By using this cardio-synchronous compression
technique, the blood flow returns, revascularization occurs and the
tissues slowly become viable again. Other compatible therapies now are
all-important. A polytherapy approach is key to successful outcomes.
This fast-paced course
includes all of these important compatible techniques needed to induce
successful outcomes. It includes practical sessions using the Circulator
Boot for illustrating the treatment concepts. It does not include
the operational details of administering Circulator Boot treatment to
patients, but instead places the emphasis on the physician’s understanding
of the treatment parameters, plus the aspects of prescribing,
assessing and monitoring patient progress. The treatment paradigm
focuses on the patient with diabetes, but the techniques apply equally
to a range of conditions including lymphedema, cellulitis and heart
disease. The practitioner uses a roster of compatible techniques to
produce healing in a timely manner, and with durable results.
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Course
Agenda
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8:00 a.m.
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Registration and
coffee
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8:30
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Session 1
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- Introduction
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- Incidence and
etiology of peripheral vascular disease
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- Efficacy
studies
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Soft debridement techniques |
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Circulator Boot method for foot lesions, and angiogenesis |
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Case studies |
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Workshop - Circulator Boot setup - Mini-boot |
| 10:10 |
Coffee
break |
| 10:30 |
Session
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Treating the diabetic patient |
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Neuropathy, ischemia and ulceration |
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Wound dressing, what works and what doesn’t |
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Candidate guidelines for Circulator Boot treatment |
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Mechanisms of therapeutic effect |
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Aggressive antibiotic regimen |
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Case studies |
| 12:00 |
Lunch |
| 1:00 |
Session
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Assessment techniques, what is useful and what is not |
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Prescription guidelines |
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Venous stasis ulcers |
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Lymphedema |
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Treating the complex patient |
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Bilateral treatment |
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Case studies |
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Workshop - Long boot setup |
| 2:40 |
Coffee
break |
| 3:00 |
Session
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Clinic setup and organization |
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Wet boot technique, electrolyte solutions |
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Workshop - Pre-soak and Miniboot therapy |
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Case histories and discussion |
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Wrap
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Who Should Attend
Physicians
who are challenged with non-healing foot ulcers, wounds, painful feet,
lymphedema or cellulitis should attend this course. Those with an
interest in treating diabetic patients will also find this course to be
useful in their practice.
No previous experience
with pneumatic compression techniques is needed. A certificate will be
earned upon successful completion of the course.
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completion of this comprehensive course, you will: |
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Have a further understanding of the etiology of vascular disease
as it relates to ischemic ulceration. |
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Be
able to prescribe a progressive and comprehensive treatment
program for wound healing. |
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Know
the operating parameters and characteristics of end-diastolic
pneumatic compression. |
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Be
able to assess patient progress and adjust treatment modalities
for optimal results |
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 practiced at more than 40 clinics in 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.
Tuition Fees:
$295 for advance registration
$335 late registration
For US participants, the tuition fees are US$215 advance and
US$250 for late registration.
The tuition fee includes one full day with instruction and practical
hands-on sessions, course notes, lunch and GST.
Payment by cheque or credit card must accompany the registration
or follow immediately to ensure a space in the course. Please make
cheques payable to Biomation.
Please call toll free 1-888-667-2324, or (613) 256-2821, E-mail to course@biomation.com.
Cancellation and Refund Policy
Cancellation prior to date of 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.
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