Össur Mobility Clinic 2017

The Össur Mobility Clinic is back again in 2017! Join us in Melbourne on 10 and 11 April to improve overall mobility and have a great time with other amputees! Amputees of all ages and abilities are welcome to join.

Learn basic, intermediate and comprehensive prosthetic running techniques to improve your mobility, and help you be more active. Meet other amputees, Össur Ambassadors and learn from the experts.

Renowned expert in amputee physio and training, Cathy Howells along with a team of coaches will teach amputees how to walk, run and play sport like a champion or simply improve overall mobility.

All the exercises at Mobility Clinic have been developed by an experienced Amputee Physiotherapist and Athletics Coach.

To secure your attendance at the Össur Mobility Clinic, a $50 registration fee is required upon completion of the registration form. All proceeds from the Össur Mobility Clinic will be donated to The Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne.

For any enquiries regarding registration or clinic information please call the Ossur Australia Sydney office on 02 8838 2800 or refer to the Mobility Clinic page on the Ossur website: http://www.ossur.com.au/ossur-mobility-clinic.

FAQs

What is the Mobility Clinic?

The Mobility Clinic is a 2-day event designed for amputees of all ages and abilities, as well as health care professionals. Amputees will learn basic, intermediate and comprehensive prosthetic running techniques to improve mobility, and help you be more active. The Mobility Clinic will focus on amputee walking, running and sports.

What is the aim of the Clinic?

The aim is for amputees to gain increased mobility on their prostheses, through exercises and activities designed to increase confidence, balance and strength.

Are there any activities or presentation that are tailored for professionals working with amputees?

The Clinic features presentations from our expert coaches Cathy (physiotherapist), David (prosthetist) and Brett (running coach). These presentations are for all attendees but supply clinical information for the attending health professionals. The Clinic is a “hands-on” learning experience for professionals. You are paired with an amputee for the clinic and will assist them in all aspects: running, exercises, mobility activities and sports. Amputees attending the clinic are of all ages, abilities and levels of amputation. We have had unilateral, bilateral and quadrilateral amputees attend past clinics.

What is the registration fee for?

The Mobility Clinic is a non-for-profit event. The registration fee is to confirm your attendance to the Mobility Clinic. All proceeds will be donated to The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne Limb Deficiency Clinic.

Do family and friends have to pay/register separately?

No - only participating attendees are required to register and pay.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

There is plenty of on-site parking is available at the venue, access via Hampton Road, Gate 8.

Where can I book nearby accommodation?

The closest hotel is the Quest Moonee Valley

The hotel is 5.6km from the St Bernard’s College.

Address: 1 McPherson St, Moonee Ponds VIC 3039

Phone: 03 8325 9500

Website: questmooneevalley.com.au

Email:questmooneevalley@questapartments.com.au

To access special discounted rates, please quote that you will be attending the “Össur Mobility Conference” to access discounted rates. Rates are subject to availability, so please get in quick.

What can I bring into the event?

A t-shirt will be provided for all registered attendees. Please wear comfortable sport appropriate clothing. Lunch and water will also be available throughout the day.

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

For any enquiries regarding registration or clinic information please call the Ossur Australia Sydney office on 02 8838 2800 or refer to the Mobility Clinic page on the Ossur website: http://www.ossur.com.au/ossur-mobility-clinic.

What's the refund policy?

If you can no longer attend the event, you may request a refund through Event Brite and Ossur will honour and process the refund for you.

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

No, this is not required. You will need to register at the start of both days at the registration desk.