Editorial Board / Masthead / ASHT Officers
(Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - July 1, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
Instructions for authors
(Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - July 1, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
In vivo evidence of lumbricals incursion into the carpal tunnel in healthy hands: An ultrasonographic cross sectional study
Named after the Latin word “lumbricus” meaning earthworm, the lumbricals are 4 thin and elongated intrinsic muscles that originate from the palm area of the tendons of Flexor Digitorum Profundus (FDP) on the volar side of digits 2-5, and extend radially to insert into the lateral band of the extensor hood mechanism at the base of the proximal phalanx.1 This makes the lumbricals unique in their position as both of their attachments are mobile and do not attach to bone. (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 30, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Mohammed Sh. Nadar, Hanan Abdelaziz Amr, Fahad S. Manee, Asmaa A. Ali Source Type: research
Patient-reported outcome measures used for shoulder disorders: An overview of systematic reviews
The shoulder is one of the leading sites of musculoskeletal disorders, with a worldwide prevalence rate of 20%-33%.1 Impairments of the shoulder lead to pain and restriction of movement, compromising both psychological and social wellbeing of patients. Shoulder disorders are among the most frequently reported non-traumatic complaints, having a negative impact on the cost of healthcare and overall patient quality of life.1-3,27-29 Therefore, it is critical that clinicians and researchers capture patients ’ perceived levels of shoulder impairment to evaluate progress and determine the best treatments. (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 29, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Rochelle Furtado, Pavlos Bobos, Christina Ziebart, Joshua Vincent, Joy MacDermid Source Type: research
Reliability of a novel technique to assess palmar contracture in young children with unilateral hand injuries
Palmar contracture in young children can result from acute injury, such as burn or fracture or chronic conditions including neurological or connective tissue diseases.1 –3 Palmar contracture can impact on a young child's ability to play, acquire fine motor skills and develop self-care competencies.4 Techniques to manage palmar contracture vary depending on the etiology. Botox, for example, may be used to reduce upper limb spasticity in children with cerebral pals y,5 while surgical release and use of orthoses may be used in children post hand burn injury to improve range of movement (ROM). (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 28, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Rhianydd Thomas, Marita Dale, Stephanie Wicks, Claire Toose, Verity Pacey Source Type: research
Ventilation asymmetry, diaphragmatic mobility and exercise capacity in men with traumatic brachial plexus injury
Half of the traumatic brachial plexus injuries (TBPI) are caused by stretch and/or contusions, with the majority due to motor vehicle accidents.1 This kind of injury leads to motor and sensory lesions in the upper limbs that usually culminates with neuropathic pain, joint stiffness, and muscular weakness.2 –4 (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 28, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Helen Kerlen Bastos Fuzari, Arm èle Dornelas de Andrade, Jacqueline de Melo Barcelar, Antônio Sarmento, Silvya Nery Bernardino, Fernando Henrique Moraes de Souza, Daniella Araújo de Oliveira Source Type: research
Hand therapy role in return to work for patients with hand and upper limb conditions
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Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 28, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Lisa O'Brien, Luke Robinson, Dave Parsons, Celeste Glasgow, Luke McCarron Source Type: research
Surgical management of osteoarthritis of the hand and wrist
Osteoarthritis of the hand and wrist is common; varying disease manifestations and a spectrum of symptoms make it imperative to approach treatment strategies in an individualized fashion.In this review, attention is focused upon site specific diagnoses and indications for various surgical treatment strategies. (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 12, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Julie E Adams Source Type: research
Surgical management of osteoarthritis in the shoulder and elbow
Interesting recent trends are apparent in the setting of shoulder and elbow pathology. There is an increase in utilization of shoulder arthroplasty for osteoarthritis and post traumatic arthritis. At the same time, there remain limited options for osteoarthritis of the elbow particularly in the young and or active patient. This manuscript details surgical options for osteoarthritis at the elbow and shoulder. (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 12, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Julie E. Adams, Scott P. Steinmann Source Type: research
The hands I've been dealt
When I think of hands, I think of my mother's hands. They were the ‘immaculately clean, with nicely trimmed nails’ type of hands. They could do anything from working a knot out of a shoelace or with a flash, wipe a runny nose, or fix a zipper that was hopelessly stuck. They were immensely strong hands that could open any jar or package; pull you back from immin ent danger or settle on your own hand with an ever-tightening grip when you waded into spoken territory that she thought bordered on ‘cheek’. (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 12, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Catherine Hofstetter Source Type: research
Pediatric hand therapists ’ experiences with outcomes measurement: An interpretive descriptive study
The reimbursement landscape for occupational therapy and physical therapy services is shifting to a value-based reimbursement system.1 Beginning in 2019, occupational therapy services delivered in skilled nursing facilities and inpatient rehabilitation settings transitioned from time-based reimbursement to payment contingent on treatment outcomes1,2 As the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) continue to expand value-based reimbursement, outpatient therapy services will be impacted. Therefore, reimbursement for hand therapy services will be dependent on therapy documentation demonstrating evidence of patients ...
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 10, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Jenny M. Dorich, Dana M. Howell, Camille Skubik-Peplaski Source Type: research
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Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 1, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
Editorial Board / Masthead / ASHT Officers
(Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 1, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
Instructions for authors
(Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 1, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
We need clinician-scientists …and clinical researchers.
I have been very fortunate to have phases to my career that allowed me to experience a decade as clinician, a decade as a clinician-scientist and a decade a clinical scientist – all specializing in upper extremity rehabilitation. The first decade focused on gaining clinical expertise and provided the clinical questions that motivated my interest in research. The next decade focused on gaining the skills to refine and address clinical research questions through Master's and Doctoral training, while working as a clinician and continuing to build my clinical expertise while exploring how my newfound research skills might af...
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - April 1, 2022 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Joy C MacDermid Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
