Central Hospital Hosts Amputation Rehabilitation Workshop

Phnom Penh, Cambodia – On December 7, 2024, Central Hospital successfully hosted an Amputation Rehabilitation Workshop. The event, facilitated by the expert team at Exceed Central Prosthetics and Orthotics Clinic, a leading P&O provider, brought together a diverse group of healthcare professionals, including physiotherapists, prosthetists, and rehabilitation specialists. Renowned experts in the field, such as Ms. Carolyn Wilson from Ireland, a specialist physiotherapist, shared valuable insights through engaging presentations and demonstrations.

Key topics covered included:

– Introduction to Amputation Rehabilitation: A comprehensive overview of the various types of amputations, their causes, and their impact on individuals’ lives.

– Working as a Multidisciplinary Team: The importance of collaboration among healthcare professionals to provide optimal care for amputated individuals.

– Suitability for Prosthetic Rehabilitation: Assessing the potential benefits and challenges of prosthetic rehabilitation for each patient.

– Prosthetic Rehabilitation: The latest advancements in prosthetic technology and techniques, including socket fitting, alignment, and training.

– Gait Re-education: Strategies for improving gait patterns and functional mobility in amputated individuals.

– Gait Analysis: Utilizing advanced technologies to evaluate gait patterns and identify areas for improvement.

Initial Fitting and Physical Therapy Training: This involves fitting a prosthetic device and providing appropriate physical therapy to optimize its use.

– Demonstration of Gait Analysis: A hands-on demonstration of gait analysis techniques and their application in clinical practice.

– Group Break-out Activities: Interactive sessions for participants to discuss specific case scenarios and share experiences.

– Big Group Discussion and Q&A: A forum for open discussion and question-and-answer sessions with expert speakers.

This workshop was an essential platform for knowledge exchange and professional development in amputation rehabilitation.