We look forward to welcoming AHPs and those staff working closely with major trauma patients across the North Yorkshire and Humberside Major Trauma Network, in what is set to be an informative day. Exploring best practice evidence and therapy requirements in the major trauma patient, we aim to deliver presentations that will increase awareness and ultimately, improve patient experience and outcomes.
Topics to be covered include:
Major trauma – where it all started
NICE guidelines on Trauma Rehabilitation
Chest trauma
Silver Trauma (Bone density/fragility), Slow Speed/Low impact Traumas (falls)
Spinal fracture management- braces and collars
Psychological effect of Major trauma
Management of PTA/head injury on the Acute ward
Traumatic amputation management
FEES (fibreoptic endoscopic evaluation of swallowing) and it's use managing Major Trauma patients with Dysphagia