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Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - October 1, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
Editorial Board / Masthead / ASHT Officers
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Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - October 1, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
Reviewer ’s- unsung heroes now more than ever
Peer review is the underpinning of publication of quality science. Peer reviewers volunteer their time and expertise to assist with making judgements on the potential worthiness for publication, and to make improvements in the description and critical analysis of the work. I often tell researchers that they should think of peer reviewers almost like a ghost author. They improve the quality of the work and yet all the credit for those improvements will go to the named authors, not the reviewers. Once a year we publish a list to acknowledge the contributions of our authors, and each time I present as the editor I mention t...
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - October 1, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Joy C. MacDermid Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Concurrent validity and precision of the thumb disability examination (TDX) in first carpometacarpal osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis (OA), particularly of the hands, hips, and knees, is the most common form of arthritis in the United States.1 Thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis (CMC OA) is a highly prevalent condition that can cause pain, impair function, and impact quality of life.2 Its development is linked to ligamentous laxity, joint hypermobility3 –6 and forceful pinching.6 Thumb pain, often associated with thumb CMC OA, has a high potential to cause dysfunction in many areas of life including activities of daily living and work7. (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - September 23, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Leah Johnson, Ryan Karau, Corey McGee Source Type: research
A follow up survey on the impact of COVID-19 on hand therapy practice
It has been a grueling and, in some cases, devastating ten months since the World Health Organization (WHO) officially characterized the spread of novel coronavirus 19 (COVID-19) as a global pandemic in March of 2020.1 The ruthless nature of this novel virus has been unleashed across the globe and at the writing of this survey the world surpassed 100 million known virus cases.2 (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - July 7, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Victoria Priganc, Nancy Naughton, Sarah Doerrer, Cynthia C. Ivy Source Type: research
Psychometric evaluation of the Southampton Hand Assessment Procedure (SHAP) in a Sample of Upper Limb Prosthesis Users
Assessment of terminal device function in upper limb prosthesis users is critically important to understand functionality of prosthetic devices, evaluate the impact of prosthetic training, and evaluate the comparative effectiveness of devices, control, and suspension methods. However, few performance measures have been developed specifically for upper limb prosthesis users, and those that have been developed have not been studied thoroughly. This manuscript will focus on one such measure, the Southampton Hand Assessment Protocol (SHAP). (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - July 7, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Linda Resnik, Matthew Borgia, Jill M. Cancio, Jemy Delikat, Pensheng Ni Source Type: research
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Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - July 1, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
Editorial Board / Masthead / ASHT Officers
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Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - July 1, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
Instructions for authors
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Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - July 1, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Source Type: research
Many questions as we return to a new post pandemic normal. How will research, education and practice evolve?
With vaccination programs being implemented around the world and at various stages of population protection we are in the stage of returning to “normal” education, clinical practice and research. However, there are many questions about what that new normal will look like. Will patients want to return to face-to-face pre-pandemic practice or expect high quality online or telemedicine (ehealth) interventions to be routinely available? Dur ing the pandemic we heard about how receptive some patient populations were to ehealth solutions, and potential advantages such as reduced time, travel and inconvenience. (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - July 1, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Joy C. MacDermid Tags: Editorial Source Type: research
Predictive factors for return to work or study and satisfaction in traumatic brachial plexus injury individuals undergoing rehabilitation: a retrospective follow-up study of 101 cases
Traumatic brachial plexus injuries in adults are quite frequent and can be disabling. Patients may have several functional limitations, ranging from difficulty in performing simple tasks such as cutting food to failing from return to work as before trauma.1,2,3 In this scenario, a contextualized interdisciplinary rehabilitation patient-centered program assumes fundamental importance in broadening the perspective, helping to regain functional independence and social reintegration. Returning to work is the ultimate expression of successful social reintegration and is associated with a better health. (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - June 28, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Andreia Gushikem, M árcio de Mendonça Cardoso, Ana Lúcia Lima Cabral, Camila Sodré Mendes Barros, Herilckmans Belnis Tonha Moreira Isidro, Jesiniana Rodrigues Silva, Juliana Barnetche Kauer, Roberta Temporal Soares Source Type: research
Comparison of two relative motion extension approaches (RME with versus without an additional overnight orthosis) following zones V-VI extensor tendon repairs: A randomized equivalence trial
It is generally accepted that extensor tendon repairs in zones V and VI require a period of postoperative protection to prevent tendon rupture or gapping, and controlled motion, rather than immobilization is the preferred management.1 –6 The relative motion extension (RME) approach involves use of an RME finger orthosis which enables controlled active motion through the repaired tendon(s).7 This approach, identified as the most widely used in an international survey of therapists,8 has shown promising results in cohort studies, 7,9,10 and was selected as the preferred approach in direct comparison studies, including immo...
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - June 24, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Melissa J Hirth, Ian Hunt, Kelly Briody, Zoe Milner, Kate Sleep, Angela Chu, Emily Donovan, Lisa O'Brien Source Type: research
Comparison of two relative motion extension orthotic programs following surgical repair of finger extensor tendons in zones V-VI: A randomized equivalence trial
It is generally accepted that extensor tendon repairs in zones V and VI require a period of postoperative protection to prevent tendon rupture or gapping, and controlled motion, rather than immobilisation is the preferred management.1-5 The relative motion extension (RME) approach involves use of a RME finger orthosis which enables controlled active motion through the repaired tendon(s).6 This approach, identified as the most widely used in an international survey of therapists7, has shown promising results in cohort studies6, 8, 9, and was selected as the preferred approach in direct comparison studies, including immobili...
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - June 24, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Melissa J Hirth, Ian Hunt, Kelly Briody, Zoe Milner, Kate Sleep, Angela Chu, Emily Donovan, Lisa O'Brien, Grad Dips Source Type: research
Development and test-retest reliability assessment of a low-cost, 3D printed tool for assessing different aspects of hand dexterity
The hand is an intricate part of the upper extremity that is responsible for a range of important functions. An essential component of the hand's functionality is dexterity, which is critical to successful functional outcomes in tasks of daily living, work, play, school, and leisure.1 Dexterity is considered a complex concept with varied definitions;2 however it typically refers to an individual's ability to manipulate objects skillfully and precisely with their hands.3,4 Adequate and quality dexterous movements involve a complex range of hand abilities to achieve desired functional outcomes. (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - June 23, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Nadine Wilson, Emma Hough, Anita Hamilton, Michele Verdonck, Ross Clark Source Type: research
Dynamic Stabilization Home Exercise Program for Treatment of Thumb Carpometacarpal Osteoarthritis: A Prospective Randomized Control Trial
The thumb carpometacarpal (CMC) joint has an interlocking saddle-shaped morphology and is supported by flexible capsular ligaments that allow a wide arc of motion, making it the most valuable joint in the hand.1,2 This broad range of motion at the thumb CMC joint uniquely distinguishes human hand functional ability from that of other mammals.3 (Source: Journal of Hand Therapy)
Source: Journal of Hand Therapy - June 23, 2021 Category: Rehabilitation Authors: Kimberly H. McVeigh, Stephanie N. Kannas, Cynthia C. Ivy, Hillary W. Garner, Carolyn S. Barnes, Michael G. Heckman, Danielle E. Brushaber, Peter M. Murray Source Type: research
