Clinical Anatomy of the Upper Extremity: Cadaveric Lab Workshop for Rehabilitation Professionals

This workshop is intended for occupational therapists (OTs) and physical therapists (PTs) who work in the clinical specialty area of hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a deeper understanding of upper extremity anatomy, be able to identify anatomical structures using cadaveric pro-sections, and apply this knowledge to common upper extremity conditions encountered in clinical practice.

A list of the structures to be identified will be sent to participants prior to the lab and a lab checklist will be provided on site.

Date:

August 21, 2025

Time:

13h00-17h00

Language of Instruction:

The workshop will be offered in English. Questions are welcome in both French and English. Presentation materials will be available in English only.

Cost:

275.00$ (cost includes the Strathcona Anatomy lab administration and maintenance fees, use of lab coats, protective eyewear and gloves)

Healthy snacks and drinks will be provided. Parking passes will be available on request. 

*Please note a minimum number of participants will be required to run the workshop.

*Registration will close July 7, 2025.

Learning Objectives:

At the end of the anatomy review for rehabilitation clinicians:

1. Participants will be able to identify key anatomical structures of the upper extremity using cadaveric pro-sections and skeletons. Structures covered will include bones, joints/ligaments, blood vessels, nerves, tendons, muscles, and fascia. The entire upper extremity from the shoulder to the fingers will be covered.
2. Participants will be able to relate anatomical structures to common upper extremity conditions encountered in clinical practice

Instructors:

Barbara Shankland, BSc(OT), MSc, OT(C), erg., CHT

Occupational therapist and Assistant Professor (Professional), School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, McGill University. More than 30 years of experience in upper extremity rehabilitation. Lecturer at local, provincial national and European conferences as well as universities in Ontario and Quebec. First certified hand therapist in Quebec.

Marie-Lyne Grenier, MScOT, DOT, PhD, erg.

Occupational therapist and Assistant Professor (Professional), School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, McGill University. 15 years of experience working in the areas of hand and upper limb rehabilitation, ergonomics, and workplace injuries. Graduate Certificate in Hand and Upper Quarter Rehabilitation from Drexel University, USA. Certified Hand Therapist (2015-2020).

Schedule:

• Registration and code of conduct review
• Short lecture on key structures to be reviewed in the lab
• Transition to lab
• Lab station 1
• Lab station 2
• Lab station 3
• Lab station 4
• Guided Museum tour (optional)

  Registration  

Location: 

Strathcona Anatomy & Dentistry Building
3640 University Street
Montreal, Quebec, Canada
H3A 0C7