Certificated prosthetist/orthotist (CPO Germany)

Senior consultant and clinical specialist at adViva GmbH Heidelberg, Germany; Rehabilitation company focused on paediatrics orthotics and spinal braces. Member of ISPO, VTO, FOT, Board Member of Human Study e.V.. International School of Rehabilitation, Member of Course Committee OT-World Leipzig. International Trainer for Specialised Courses in Spinal Bracing and Dynamic Orthotics. Lectures in AIS Treatment at Mahidol University Bangkok, PFH Göttingen, MSOT Munich, Ankara University. Board Member of ISST, International Schroth Scoliosis Therapy, Bad Sobernheim. Trainer on adViva Academy Heidelberg for Dynamic Brace Solutions, Seating and Positioning.

My lecture or presentation depending from timeframe could be:

Current patho-mechanic models of neuromuscular spinal deformities – different approaches to neuro-orthoses for the trunk

The treatment and prevention of neurogenic spinal deformities pose a major challenge to the therapeutic team. If there is insufficient muscle stabilization or postural control restrictions, the spine deforms into its bony stops. Decisions to intervene are often made too late. In this lecture a short overview of current theoretic models of the development of spinal deformities is given and proposals for derived interventions are critically examined. The goal is to improve the child's ability to perform activities in the context of daily life.