Dates    : 11^th and 12^th June 2016

Time      : Day 1:1000 - 1630 hours; Day 2: 0830 - 1615 hours

Venue   : Welsh Centre for Anatomical Education, University of Cardiff

This event is sponsored by:

Brief Description:

This unique two-day course will provide the participant with the required knowledge and information about the indications and technique for injecting botulinum toxin in patients with neuromuscular disorders in the limbs.

With a high tutor-to-participant ratio, this practical course will be delivered using a combination of demonstration of functional and ultrasound anatomy, interactive small group discussions and ultrasound-assisted injection of botulinum toxin on unembalmed freeze-preserved cadavers under direct supervision by consultant surgeons. Patients will not be used in this course.

On completion of the course, the participant will be able to:

• understand the pertinent pathophysiology of neuromuscular disorders in limbs
• appreciate the pharmacology and action of botulinum toxin
• demonstrate the indications for injecting botulinum toxin in patients with neuromuscular disorders in the limbs
• appreciate the contraindications, risks and limitations of this procedure
• apply the anatomy knowledge to aid ultrasound-assisted botulinum injection in limbs

Suitable for:

Healthcare professionals (Consultants, Speciality Registrars [ST3, ST4, ST5, ST6, ST7, ST8] and Registrar-level doctors), Specialist Nurses, Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists working with patients having neuromuscular disorders. Relevant to the following disciplines:

• Paediatrics
• Elderly care
• Stroke Unit
• Neurology
• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Plastic Surgery

Course fee:

Free. Sponsored places available through Allergan. To secure a sponsored place, please complete your registration online and contact Ms Jan Prichard on pritchard_jan@Allergan.com requesting for a grant.