If you’ve recently had a hand injury, the thought of doing hand therapy may be inconvenient, costly, or not seem worth it. You may have wondered, can hand therapy be done at home? Hand therapy can be done at home if there are no restrictions, impaired range of motion, minimal swelling, and the physician approves …
Hand therapy salary can be confusing, and that’s because most hand therapists don’t report their salary. In general, the average salary for hand therapists is about $80,000 per year, but it really depends on the location, setting, position, and who you work for. As a hand therapist, I can tell you honest truth about how …
How much do Hand Therapists make? The Honest Truth Read More »
I’ll admit this isn’t the most exciting topic in OT, but writing good notes is how we show that the service we’re providing is skilled and necessary. In this article, I’ll discuss how to write better OT notes, interpret Medicare complexity levels, and how to respond to criticism. I’ll also provide examples and templates for …
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Starting a job in hand therapy can be challenging, especially when you don’t have experience. Some places won’t hire you, and it can be overwhelming with all the expectations of a new grad. In this article, I’ll discuss how you can get a job in hand therapy straight out of OT school. How I landed …
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Ultrasound therapy has been used for decades by both PT and OT. It’s a skilled intervention that requires training, and when used right it can be beneficial for hand therapy. However in some circumstances, ultrasound is not effective and can be a poor use of time. In this article, I’ll discuss when US is beneficial, …
In hand therapy, the dynamic extension splint isn’t the most often used splint, but it’s one of the most challenging to fabricate. In this article, I’ll discuss everything you need to know about the dynamic extension splint. If you’re new to hand therapy or wanting to sharpen your skills, check out my book on splinting …
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How do I reduce hand swelling, and when will it get better? These questions are asked by hand therapist on a daily basis. Most hand injuries cause swelling of some kind. This may include acute swelling after surgery or a recent injury. Swelling may also be chronic from a past injury. Sometimes swelling occurs for …
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Background Ulnar gutter splints are most commonly fabricated by hand therapists or surgeons. They have many uses, but are primarily used for boxer fractures (5th metacarpal fractures). The primary purpose of an Ulnar gutter splint is to keep the wrist and hand in a “safe position.” This should also allow the MP joints of the …
Ulnar gutter splint uses and fabrication for hand therapy Read More »
I’m new to the hand therapy hero’s podcast, but listening to this podcast was inspirational for someone who has thought about starting a hand therapy business. JoAnn Keller tells her story about how she started a small practice in Seattle and expanded it. She tells of the challenges and tips that helped her along the …
Starting a hand therapy practice? Listen to this first. Read More »
