Instructional Concurrent Session 6

Join us for an engaging session focused on comprehensive rehabilitation srrategies for traumatic nerve Injury. We will explore effective assessment and treatment methods that prioritize patient outcomes. This presentation will highlight innovative approaches to managing traumatic nerve injuries, emphasizing the importance of clinical reasoning and tailored rehabilitation plans. Participants will actively engage in discussions about mobility training, hand protection, and prevention of secondary deformities. We will explore evidence-based practices and multidisciplinary perspectives that enhance recovery and empower therapists to deliver high-quality care. By attending, you will gain valuable insights into setting realistic goals, managing expectations, and fostering resilience in both patients and practitioners. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge and skills in traumatic nerve injury rehabilitation while connecting with fellow professionals committed to advancing the field. Join us to blaze a new trail in hand therapy!

Level: Intermediate

This session will spotlight several of the Clinical Practice Posters presented at this year's Annual Meeting. Presentations of interesting cases and novel treatment or educational approaches will be followed by time for discussion and audience questions. Come to learn, innovate, and collaborate.

1. Enhancing Upper Extremity Rehabilitation Through Remote Therapeutic Monitoring (RTM): Innovations and Applications | Jessie Perchaluk, OTD, MS, OTR/L, CHT, CLT

2. The Use of Blood Flow Resistance Exercises in the Treatment of De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis | Steven Sorensen, PT

3. A Novel Method to Quantify Thumb Stability During Pinch | Nicole Hoover, MS, OTR, CHT

4. Functional Neurological Disorder Explained: Recognizing Functional Behavior | Hannah Gift, OTR/L, CHT, COMT UE, CEAS

Level: Entry

Whether you’re a novice therapist just starting your journey or an experienced clinician looking to reconnect with your confidence, this presentation will provide you with the insights and tools to better manage and overcome imposter syndrome. By acknowledging these feelings and addressing them head-on, therapists can create a healthier, more balanced relationship with themselves and their clients that can enhance both our personal well-being and professional effectiveness.

Level: Entry

Clinical reasoning is at the heart of effective therapy and surgery. In complex cases, it takes a powerful blend of knowledge, expertise, and teamwork to achieve the best outcomes for patients. Surgeons and therapists, each with their specialized skills, play crucial roles in navigating these intricate cases, working together to create personalized treatment plans that address every angle of a patient’s needs. During this session, participants will gain insight into shared decision-making, coordinated treatment planning, and communication strategies to optimize patient care.

Level: Intermediate