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From Thermoplastics to Thinking: Advancing Orthotic Instruction with OTu (September 2025)

Faculty Webinar - OTu, Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, Splinting

Orthotic fabrication isn’t just about following a template—it’s about problem-solving for real clients. This webinar demonstrates how OTu supports students in learning not only the technical steps but also how to think critically about material selection, client-specific design, and treatment planning—turning hands-on practice into meaningful preparation for the clinic. Learn how to elevate your lab instruction by teaching the “why” behind the “how.” Register now!

Featured Speaker:

Sheila R. Krajnik, EdD, OTR/L Dr. Krajnik brings over 43 years of diverse clinical and academic expertise to the OTu Team, specializing in adult neurological practice and gerontology. With extensive experience across various settings, she has held administrative and clinical specialist positions, contributed to research and advocacy efforts, and excelled in educating future OT and OTA practitioners.

00:00 Welcome & Introduction of the OTu Educator Team

01:45 Splinting/Orthotics in OT Education

09:21 A Tour of OTu’s Splinting/Orthotics App

11:43 Splinting/Orthotics App: Types of Materials, Straps, Orthotic Principles

15:42 Splinting/Orthotics App: Body Regions and Conditions – Wrist Cock-Up Example

22:41 Splinting/Orthotics App: Patient Education Resources

26:00 Splinting/Orthotics App: Matching Orthosis with Diagnosis

31:11 Faculty Resource Guide for OTu’s Splinting/Orthotics App

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