Introduction to Hand Therapy

Workshop Description

This is an interactive introductory course, with hands-on practice of subjective and objective assessments, basic treatment techniques, a review of upper limb anatomy and some practical basic splinting. This workshop will assist therapists to understand the rationale for treatment protocols in relation to tissue healing, and to use clinical reasoning skills for assessment and treatment implementation.

"This can be attended remotely via Zoom. For the practical components of the workshop, it is preferable for attendees to have someone to practice on during the sessions"

Presented by: Alison Coyle

This course is suitable for therapists who are:

looking to upskill into the world of hand therapy
commencing the Hand And Upper Limb Therapy (HAUL) paper at AUT without previous work experience in a hand therapy setting
looking to acquire basic skills for an entry level position in a hand therapy practice
preparing for a hospital rotation in hand therapy
undertaking a career change into hand therapy

Participants will also get the opportunity to make:

* This must be paid in full 1 month prior to start date

(Costs include all materials, course workbook and light lunch)

Previous Participants Testimonials

This course was excellent. It met all my expectations. The course was well presented and the pace of the teaching allowed me time to make each splint. The hands on feedback was very valuable to me.

Loved the little tips and tricks that we gained from Alison’s extensive experience.

The day after the course I made my first dorsal ventral splint on a patient. It was perfect for her. Thank you Alison.

I found the practical aspects of this course invaluable to me. I came away with the skills needed to be able handle thermoplastic materials and make common splints for my practice.