Dear colleagues,
It is our great pleasure to invite you to the 1st Course "Advanced fixation concepts of the hand and wrist on fresh frozen cadaveric specimens" which will take place on November 25th-26th, 2022 at the Laboratory of Anatomy & Surgical Anatomy of the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki (practical part) and at the Teloglion Fine Arts Foundation (theoretical part) in Thessaloniki, Greece.
The Course is organized by the Hellenic Society for Reconstructive Microsurgery & the Hellenic Society for Surgery of the Hand & Upper Extremity in cooperation with the 1st Orthopaedic Department of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, "G. Papanikolaou" General Hospital and the International Bone Research Association (IBRA).
The treatment of hand and wrist fractures greatly evolved in the last few years enlarging the spectrum, but also posing new challenges. The introduction of new fixation material together with better understanding of the wrist biomechanics allowed for new approaches and eventually enhanced results.
The accurate diagnosis of the injury, the choice of the best possible treatment strategy, the use of the most adapted osteosynthesis and a personalized rehabilitation protocol are all necessary steps for an optimal functional recovery.
This course features theoretical demonstrations followed by practical workshops on cadaveric specimens. This structure will give an in deep sight of the actual state of the art in the treatment of most common hand and wrist injuries. Four sessions will highlight specific topics in the hand and wrist fixation.
The small number of participants together with the large faculty international and local experts will allow for a constructive and in depth discussion.
The experts will guide the participants through the different exercises and will be at disposal for analysis of any cases or problems.
As hosts and organizers, we shall spare no effort in making your participation scientifically rewarding and meaningful.
