When: Saturday Feb 21, 2026
8:00AM- 12:15
Where: Sharp Health Plan
8520 Tech Way #124A & #125A
San Diego, CA 92123
Course description: This presentation is for all skill levels. Interactive discussion from participants who have used this versatile intervention is highly encouraged. There will be a review of the relative motion journey from concept into today’s therapy toolbox. A variety of journal articles will be reviewed that are in the special RMO Journal of Hand Therapy edition published in 2023. Case studies will help you integrate the knowledge presented. Each person will fabricate 2 Relative Motion Orthoses (RMF and RME) using different materials. Journal Articles will be sent in advance
Learning Objectives:
Describe the relative motion concept
Implement the relative motion orthoses algorithm for limited finger movement
Learn relative motion orthoses fabrication tips
Apply the relative motion concept to multiple diagnosis
Agenda:
8-9:15am- The journey of relative motion. Relative motion extension for extensor tendon repairs
9:15am- Break
9:30-10:30am- A commentary from the pioneers on the innovation of the relative motion concept:
History, biologic considerations, and anatomic rationale, Exercise relative motion orthoses: Use of the
pencil test and variations of its use for assessing and managing different finger conditions, Relative
motion orthoses: fabrication tips
10:30am-11:00am Case studies
11am-12pm- Fabrication of both RME and RMF
12:00-12:15- Wrap up
Price: $40.00
Sharp Employees $35.00
*** We are no longer 'holding spots' for participants. You will be required to pay or make arrangements for payment before your registration is processed
*** NO REFUNDS will be given within 7 days of the event (after Feb 14). You may transfer your registration to another person if you want and they can pay you. There must be an email between all parties verifying this information and sent to us no later than 72 hours before the event. NO CREDIT towards an upcoming presentation will be given.
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If needed we can arrange a cash/check payment with our treasurer. Please call Marcia Ito 619-201-3542 to coordinate this option
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