Allied Health Courses
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Enhance your clinical taping expertise with this course designed for allied health professionals. Equip yourself with the knowledge and confidence to select and apply taping methods for musculoskeletal injuries. Master techniques for common injuries and develop troubleshooting skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This course prepares you to make informed, evidence-based taping decisions that promote recovery and enhance performance. Lessons that have "video" in the title of the lesson have recorded demonstrations using the taping products.

Clinical Taping: Evidence-Based Techniques for Musculoskeletal Injury Care
Strapit and OPC Health
1hr
Allied Health • Compression
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Created in collaboration with Jörgen Forsberg, a physiotherapist with over 31 years of clinical experience and 21 years of teaching advanced dry needling across Australia, this course equips allied health professionals with the knowledge and confidence to integrate neuromuscular dry needling into their clinical practice. Grounded in anatomy, neurophysiology, and contemporary pain science, the course cuts through the complexity of needling therapies to give you a clear, evidence-based framework. From needle selection and patient preparation to safety protocols and musculoskeletal pain management, this course takes a practical, patient-centered approach, guided by the philosophy of working smarter, not harder. Key learnings - Distinguish dry needling from traditional acupuncture - Select the right tools and prepare patients safely - Apply effective dry needling techniques for musculoskeletal pain

Neuromuscular Dry Needling: Principles and Clinical Application
Select Physio and OPC Health
1 hr
Allied Health
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This course provides allied health clinicians with essential knowledge and skills to incorporate The Orthopaedic Sleeve into evidence-based protocols, optimising load management while maintaining functional movement. Participants will learn to identify appropriate patients, apply biomechanical principles, and ensure the safe and effective use of this device. By understanding clinical indications, fitting techniques, and patient education, clinicians will support faster recovery, reduce pain, and help patients return to activity with confidence using the Orthopaedic Sleeve.

The Orthopaedic Sleeve: Evidence-Based Load Management
OPC Health
35 minutes
Allied Health • Compression
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This project and the insights you’ll explore throughout this course are a direct result of La Trobe University Industry-Honours Project. Working with their supervisors from La Trobe and Industry Partners at OPC Health, this project team have produced a suite of evidence‑informed resources, including; 🔹 A comprehensive literature review on RRD effectiveness 🔹 An evidence note on early mobilisation after transtibial amputation 🔹 Clinical practice guidelines to support consistent RRD application 🔹 Patient‑friendly infographics and education materials 🔹 A research protocol to guide future honours projects in this space This project demonstrates exactly what the Industry Honours Stream was designed to achieve: meaningful partnerships, authentic problem‑solving, and outcomes that contribute directly to better care and better patient experiences.

Removable Rigid Dressings in Transtibial Amputation: Evidence, Application, and Patient Education
OPED
45 minutes
Prosthetics • Allied Health
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This course provides learners with an in-depth explanation of the Agilik™ hardware, software, and use of the Agilik™ Care App to facilitate optimized tuning and control of the gait cycle. It presents the programming and terminology related to phases of gait, timings, and other parameters associated with the Agilik™ system. It also explains how to review the data provided by the Agilik™ App, and how to address any issues that may arise in tuning. This course serves as a precursor to an in-person training with the SpryStep® Agilik™ Test Drive orthosis. We recommend completing the "Introduction to SpryStep® Agilik™" course, prior to undertaking this "Agilik™ Theory Fundamentals" course.

Agilik™ Accreditation Course
Thuasne® Academy
40 minutes
Orthotics • Allied Health
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This course provides a comprehensive overview of the SpryStep® Agilik™ KAFO, including its functionality, intended users, and the ways it enhances gait. Participants will explore its key features, clinical applications, and review real patient cases that demonstrate its effectiveness. Ket Learning Outcomes: - Understand the function and purpose of the SpryStep® Agilik™ KAFO - Identify key clinical indications and target patient groups - Distinguish how the device supports flexed vs. hyperextended gait patterns - Recognise the role of composite materials and powered assistance in gait improvement - Interpret basic clinical outcomes through patient case examples

Introduction to SpryStep® Agilik™
Thuasne® Academy
40 minutes
Orthotics • Allied Health
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In this course, you'll discover why protecting yourself is the first step to protecting your patients and how compliance isn't just a box to tick, but a pathway to safer, more confident practice. Through real-world stories, practical demonstrations, and the latest regulatory guidance, you'll learn to identify risks, implement engineering controls like Qlicksmart, and foster a culture where safety is everyone's priority. By the end, you'll be equipped to handle sharps safely, comply with Australian standards, and champion a safer workplace for yourself and your patients.

Unleashing Safety in Podiatry Practice: Using Qlicksmart for Compliant Sharps Handling
OPED
1hrs
Allied Health
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The Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme (CWCS) is a new initiative by the Commonwealth Government that will cover the cost of wound consumable products for people who have diabetes and a chronic wound, and who are 65 and over, or 50 and over for First National people. Enhance your wound care skills with this practical course. Learn who qualifies for the Commonwealth Chronic Wounds Consumables Scheme, discover the benefits of compression therapy, gain confidence in measuring for compression products, and explore the latest bandaging and hosiery solutions to improve patient outcomes.

Chronic Wound Consumables Scheme (CWCS)
OPC Health
20 minutes
Allied Health • Compression
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This module is designed for customers using the OPC Health Website. Follow along with this course to learn how to navigate, set up and manage your account to get the most out of this user-friendly site. By registering online with OPC Health, you can access exclusive wholesale pricing and FREE shipping on all online orders Australia-wide!

OPC Health Website Instructions
OPC Health
15 mins
Allied Health
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The Aspen Vista Cervical Collar is a widely used, adjustable cervical orthosis designed to provide motion restriction and support to the cervical spine. This module provides a comprehensive overview of the collar’s indications, features, sizing and fitting guidelines, and key clinical considerations. Learning Objectives - by the end of this module, learners will be able to: • Identify the clinical indications for the Aspen Vista Cervical Collar • Describe the key design features that differentiate the Aspen Vista from other cervical collars • Demonstrate proper fitting, adjustment techniques and liner changes • Understand important precautions and patient care guidelines

Aspen Vista Collar
OPC Health and Aspen
20 minutes
Orthotics • Allied Health
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Gain insight into the breadth of orthotic products available through OPC Health. This course is perfect for clinicians, students, and professionals looking to deepen their product knowledge and clinical application skills. What you'll gain from this module: A comprehensive overview of the extensive range of OPC Health splinting products for the hand, wrist, and shoulder—including ready-to-wear, adjustable, and progressive positioning options. Detailed product insights including sizing, materials, clinical indications, and unique features. Confidence in product selection for conditions such as trigger finger, rheumatoid arthritis, CMC joint instability, post-stroke tone, and soft tissue injuries.

OPC Health Upper Limb Range
OPED
30 minutes
Orthotics • Allied Health
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The H2 Hand Rehabilitation System is a medical device designed to assist patients in recovering hand and finger functions following neurological injuries or diseases. It utilises surface electromyography (sEMG) to detect muscle activity in the forearm and delivers electrical stimulation accordingly, promoting muscle contraction and aiding rehabilitation. Participants will learn how the H2 system uses sEMG signals to trigger electrical stimulation, facilitating a more natural recovery process by actively involving the patient's own muscle signals.

H2 Hand Rehabilitation System
OPC Health and Shenzhen XFT Medical Limited
25 minutes
Orthotics • Allied Health
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This course provides a comprehensive understanding of Oval-8 Finger Splints, their applications, and correct fitting techniques. Participants will learn how these splints stabilise, realign, and immobilise small finger joints to manage various conditions, including Mallet Finger, Swan Neck Deformity, Trigger Finger, arthritis, and fractures. The course covers accurate measurement, sizing considerations, and customisation for optimal patient outcomes.

Oval-8: 3-Point Products
3-Point Products
30 minutes
Orthotics • Allied Health
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In this course, additional products by OPED will be described. Products relating to the hand, shoulder and non-weight-bearing foot will be described. These products can be ordered through OPC Health. Please contact the orthotics team at orthotics@opchealth.com.au if you have any questions. If you wish to learn more about specific braces relating to the Foot and Ankle, please take the course specific to this topic.

OPED Bracing Range
OPED Australia and OPC Health
20mins
Allied Health • Orthotics