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Advances in Hand Therapy: From Evaluation to Treatment


Faculty:
Josh Gerrity, OTR/L, CHT,
Duration:
4 Hours 59 Minutes
Format:
Audio and Video
Copyright:
Dec 30, 2015
Product Code:
WDD020091
Brochure Code:
WDPTHANTH (P)
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Description

Hand Therapy Essentials
Accurate assessment of hand pathologies is critical for treatment of the hand. Incorrect treatment can cause injuries not to heal or possibly other deformities to develop. Understanding the anatomy and structures within the hand is needed to effectively treat these conditions and prevent further functional impairments.

This one-day course is designed to give attendees a better understanding of the intricate anatomy of the hand and how to accurately evaluate and treat common hand pathologies. Attendees will discuss commonly mistreated injuries and identify treatment recommendations for dealing with these cases in their practice. In addition, this course provides tips and concepts behind different types of splints commonly used for treatment of common hand pathologies. To ensure full comprehension of the seminar concepts, attendees will have the opportunity to practice evaluation tests during a lab session so that they can feel confident in their practice. Attend this course and develop the skills to treat even your most challenging hand patients.

 


Course Content

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ANATOMY AND KINESIOLOGY OF THE HAND

  • Bones and soft tissues of the hand
  • Extensor mechanism of the finger
  • Flexor pulley system of the finger
  • Vascular supply of the hand
  • Nerve supply of the hand
  • Kinesiology of the hand and wrist

 

EVALUATION OF COMMON HAND PATHOLOGIES

  • DeQuervain's
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Metacarpophalangeal (MCP) collateral ligament instability
  • Proximal Interphalangeal Joint (PIP) volar plate and collateral ligament instability
  • Sagittal band attenuation
  • Trigger finger
  • Thumb carpometacarpal (CMC) osteoarthritis
  • Extensor pollicis longus rupture
  • Extensor indicis proprius rupture
  • Flexor digitorum superficialis and profundus rupture
  • Intrinsic tightness
  • Arterial insufficiency
  • Oblique retinacular ligament tightness

 

PRACTICE SPECIALIZED TESTS FOR HAND EVALUATION (LAB SESSION)

  • Finkelstein's
  • Tinel's
  • Phalens/reverse phalens
  • MCP/PIP collateral ligament stability test
  • Bouvier
  • Load and grind test for thumb CMC osteoarthritis
  • Assessment of EPL and EIP ruptures
  • Assessment of FDS and FDP ruptures
  • Bunnel Testing for intrinsic tightness
  • Allen's
  • Assessment of the oblique retinacular ligament

 

TREATMENT OF COMMON HAND PATHOLOGIES

  • DeQuervain's
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Collateral ligament instabilities
  • Extensor tendon injuries
  • Flexor tendon injuries
  • Finger fractures
  • Hand fractures
  • Wrist fractures

 

SPLINTING BASICS

  • Classification of splints
  • Indications/Contraindications
  • Important landmarks and pressure areas
  • Types of material

Examples of common splints

Credits


Occupational Therapists, Occupational Therapy Assistants - Florida

is an approved provider #50-466 with the Florida Department of Health Board of Occupational Therapy Practice. This course is approved for 6 contact hour(s) for Occupational Therapist and Occupational Therapy Assistants.


Other Professions

This educational offering qualifies for 6 continuing education hour(s) as required by many national, state and local licensing boards and professional organizations. Save your course outline and certificate of completion, and contact your own board or organization for specific filing requirements. 


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Arkansas

This program has been approved by the Arkansas State Board Of Physical Therapy for 6.0 contact hour(s) for Physical Therapists.


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Illinois

is a Registered Physical Therapy Continuing Education Sponsor through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation. License #:216.000309. This course qualifies for 6.0 CE Credit Hour(s).


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Illinois (Association) - Submitted

This program has been submitted to the Illinois Physical Therapy Association for approval of 6 credit hours. This course content is not intended for use by any participants outside the scope of their license or regulation.


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - Kansas

This program has been submitted to the Kansas Physical Therapy Association for 6 contact hour(s).


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - New York

is recognized by the New York State Education Department's State Board for Physical Therapy as an approved provider for physical therapy and physical therapist assistant continuing education. This seminar is awarded 7.2 contact hour(s).


Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants - North Carolina

NCBPTE approval by virtue of approval by The New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, State Board for Physical Therapy licensure board or state APTA chapter Approval good through 8/31/2021. This course qualifies for 6.0 continuing education hours. 



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Faculty

Josh Gerrity, OTR/L, CHT, Related seminars and products


JOSH GERRITY, OTR/L, CHT, is a licensed occupational therapist and certified hand therapist with over 13 years of experience in orthopedics. He earned his bachelor's degree in occupational therapy from the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, and received his hand certification in 2009. Mr. Gerrity is currently employed with the Bone and Joint Center, also in Bismarck, where he works with a group of orthopedic surgeons including two board certified hand specialists. He is an annual guest lecturer for the University of Mary physical therapy department and also participates in a biannual Orthopedic Update Seminar held in Bismarck for therapists, physicians, and nurses in the North Dakota, South Dakota, and Montana region. Mr. Gerrity is also registered with the National Board of Certification for Occupational Therapists and is a member of the American Society of Hand Therapists.


Target Audience

Occupational Therapists, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants, Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Rehabilitation Managers, Athletic Trainers

 

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Total Reviews: 59

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Janet M - STOW, Ohio

"An excellent course and instructor. I thoroughly enjoyed and benefitted from it."

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