Caring for patients who are plus size
Alfred Health and Laneways Rehabilitation and Ergonomics partner to present this unique one-day conference designed for physiotherapists, occupational therapists, exercise physiologists, nursing, medical and associated staff who care for individuals who are plus size.
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Attendees will gain valuable insights into the latest scientific advancements and understanding of obesity, along with practical skills for caring for plus-size individuals including patient manual handling, equipment prescription, environment design and care planning.
You will leave with knowledge about evidence-based treatment strategies both for weight management and patient function, as well as practical advice and tools from leading experts that you can implement in your daily practice.
The voices of those with lived experiences of being plus size will be highlighted to guide clinicians on creating effective patient-clinician relationships.
Focus areas include:
- Patient handling and movement (manual handling)
- Language, weight stigma, and inclusive practice
- Obesity causes, complications and weight management options
- Practical strategies for care planning and provision
- Hands-on practical care simulations (case studies)
- Lived experience voices
- Q&A opportunities
- Bariatric equipment display