PEC009 - Introduction to Bone Growth Stimulators

This course introduces the new home medical equipment staff member to non-invasive bone growth stimulators. This course will cover bone growth stimulators in the broadest generic terms. For specific information related to a particular brand of bone growth stimulator, please consult the manufacturers. This course also includes links to bone growth stimulator manufacturers. To successfully complete this course, you must attain a minimum score of 80% on the final exam and complete the course training survey.

Learning objectives:

1. Identify the basic models of bone growth stimulators; 
2. Identify the components of a bone growth stimulator; 
3. Explain who would use a bone growth stimulator; 
4. Explain how a bone growth stimulator can be used safely.

Continuing education: 1.0 contact hour by the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC), 0.5 Scientific (S) Category I PCEs by the American Board for Certification in Orthotics and Prosthetics (ABC) will be granted to those certified in the disciplines of: Orthotics, Orthotic Assistants, Orthotic Technicians; 1.0 Category I CPE credits by the Board for Orthotist/Prosthetist Certification (BOC); VGM Education is authorized by IACET to offer 0.1 CEUs for this program.