Principles of Fixation: Hand & Wrist

NDORMS Skills Lab 2026

A practical hands-on course for surgical trainees focusing on the core principles of fixation in hand and wrist trauma. Delivered through interactive workshops and case-based discussions at The OxSTEALTH Skills Lab, a multi-specialty technical skills hub dedicated to surgical training and innovation, participants will develop confidence in implant selection, fracture fixation and safe surgical technique.

Course Description

The Principles of Fixation programme is designed specifically for you as a surgical trainee, providing practical and relevant education that fits seamlessly with your clinical rotations. With a focus on fixation techniques of the hand and wrist, the course offers a clear and structured foundation in extremity trauma that you can apply immediately in practice. You will develop your skills through hands-on workshops, case-based discussions and guided learning that strengthens your understanding of the core principles behind reliable upper-limb fixation.

Built on Acumed’s long-standing commitment to surgeon-led innovation, the programme connects fundamental surgical principles with the devices and techniques you will encounter in modern practice.