Lycra Clinic Presentation

Establishing a Lycra
Garment Clinic
Allison Morrison
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Michelle Wells
Plan of Action
ƒ Establish a database
ƒ Establish criteria for referral
ƒ Establish protocol to follow referral &
aftercare
ƒ Determine audit parameters
ƒ Develop relationships with local
Therapists
Lycra Clinic Pack
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• Therapist referral form
• Parent referral form
• GMFM form
• A&B Hand Assessment
• Parent Questionnaire
• Do’s & Don'ts list
Therapeutic uses of lycra
splinting
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Encourages core stability
Reinforces propreoception
Reduces tone
Can be used to prevent deformity
which can lead to pain
• Reduce ataxia and unwanted
movements
Types of Splints in Use
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Lycra Bandaging
Gilbert & Melish
Jobst
Trulife
Second Skin
Lycra Bandaging
Gilbert & Melish (Full Suit)
Jobst (Two Piece)
Jobst Gauntlet
Trulife Sock
Development of Service
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Over 200 children provisioned & reviewed
Staff development
Raised profile of Clinic within GG&CHB
Defined clear treatment aims for garment use
Developed personal knowledge & experience
Continuation of audit
Development of database
Future Development
ƒ Inclusion of Clinic details on Yorkhill
website
ƒ Publication of Lycra Pack (possible
sponsorship)
ƒ Dedicated hours for Team members
ƒ Long term research
Questions and Answer Session