Introduction to Hand Therapy (Sep 12 - 13, 2026)

Introduction to Hand Therapy is organized by Therapy Network Seminars (TNS) and will be held from Sep 12 - 13, 2026 at Metro Physical Therapy, New York City, New York, United States of America.

Description:
This is a comprehensive, practical, and non-intimidating program designed for the clinician who is interested in pursuing hand therapy or is new to the field. This course takes an in-depth look at the management of common upper extremity diagnosis integrating anatomy and pathology with the evaluation and treatment process. Topics covered include exercise and activity progression, static and dynamic splinting, soft tissue assessment-treatment, flexor/extensor tendon injuries, RSI’s, fractures, joint replacements, wound management, sensibility, physical agent modalities, taping and traumatic injuries.

Objectives:

• Identify the proper procedures for basic upper extremity evaluations including ROM, rapid grip, edema, and sensibility
• Identify signs and symptoms for a variety of diagnoses related to the upper extremity including RSIs, Dupuytren’s and Traumatic Injuries.
• Identify appropriate static and dynamic splints for the treatment of various upper extremity problems including splint wearing schedule, indications, and contra-indications.
• Demonstrate Low Tech treatments based on diagnosis and treatment progression
• Demonstrate appropriate joint and soft tissue mobilizations of the Upper Extremity
• Demonstrate appropriate therapeutic taping for the Upper Extremity.