Introduction to Hand Therapy Course 2024
Introduction to Hand Therapy Course 2024 is organized by Australian Hand Therapy Association Inc. (AHTA) and will be held on Feb 24, 2024.
Overview
This is an 8-hour interactive course with hands-on practice of basic assessment and treatment techniques and a review of upper limb anatomy. This course is offered online or in person.
Learning outcomes
After this course, participants will:
• demonstrate a basic understanding of upper limb anatomy
• complete an initial assessment, including history taking and physical/clinical assessment
• apply clinical reasoning to plan a treatment approach
• identify the principles and purpose of splinting and appraise orthoses fabrication and relevance to treatment
• understand the limits and extent of hand therapy and when a referral is appropriate.
