3 Pillars of Scoliosis Case Care Management
Wednesday, 29th September 2021, 7:00pm (AEST)
Build your Scoliosis Knowledge
Join us for a one-hour interactive Health Professionals webinar to gain a better understanding of how to detect and screen for scoliosis. We will then dive deep into three different case studies from a bracing and rehabilitation point of view.
✓ Understand the methods of screening for scoliosis
✓ Learn about effective diagnosis techniques
✓ Explore early intervention, bracing and rehabilitation
ScoliCare’s mission is to deliver engaging and interactive opportunities for Health Professionals to stay up-to-date with accurate information, the latest evidence, and the best practices for scoliosis management. The aim is to ensure that successful patient outcomes aren’t compromised by myths and misconceptions.
$10 will be collected at the time of booking and all proceeds will be donated to Beyond Blue, an Australian mental health and wellbeing support organisation.
Speakers
Dr Juan Du Plessis
Scoliosis Clinician, Chiropractor
Originally from South Africa, with a Masters in Technology of Chiropractic, Dr Du Plessis has been a clinic director in prestigious healthcare centres in Asia, providing scoliosis rehabilitation and bracing.
He has received advanced training and certification in SpineCor and ScoliBrace bracing protocols and has completed SEAS (Scientific Exercise Approach to Scoliosis) training and accreditation. He is dedicated to providing health professionals with the education, evidence, and resources to effectively treat and manage scoliosis. This webinar will challenge and inspire your thinking about this complicated, yet common, condition.
Daniel Firth
Scoliosis Clinician, Orthotist
Daniel, BSc Hons (Orthotics and Prosthetics), is an experienced Orthotist who graduated from Salford University in the UK, with a passionate interest in the non-surgical treatment of scoliosis and spinal conditions.
As a specialist Orthotist in the UK, he has worked at the prestigious London children’s hospitals of Great Ormond Street and Evelina Children’s Hospital. In Australia, Daniel has worked at Royal North Shore Hospital, helping to provide a state-wide Orthotic service for patients with spinal cord injuries.
Daniel has received advanced training and certification in ScoliBrace protocols and has extensive experience in supporting families and individuals through their treatment journey, ensuring they receive the best possible care available.
Sarah Blackburn
Exercise Physiologist
Sarah has many years’ experience as an accredited Exercise Physiologist. She has worked in various health care settings caring for a variety of patients including musculoskeletal, neurological, metabolic, and chronic conditions. She has undertaken comprehensive scoliosis specific rehabilitation training and provides evidence-based rehabilitation.
Sarah holds a Bachelor in Sport and Exercise Science and a Masters in Clinical Exercise Physiology. Sarah believes educating each individual is the key for positive treatment outcomes and will provide education along with physical rehabilitation throughout the Scoliosis treatment program.
