Professional Certificate in Practical Hand Therapy Skills
-- ViewingNowThe Professional Certificate in Practical Hand Therapy Skills is a comprehensive course designed to equip learners with essential skills for career advancement in the healthcare industry. This certificate program focuses on the practical aspects of hand therapy, a critical area of expertise for occupational and physical therapists.
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โข Anatomy and Physiology of Upper Extremities: Understanding the basic anatomy and physiology of upper extremities is essential for hand therapists. This unit covers bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves, and blood vessels of the upper limb. โข Assessment and Evaluation Techniques: This unit focuses on the assessment and evaluation techniques necessary for hand therapy. It includes patient interviews, physical examinations, and diagnostic tests. โข Wound Management and Scar Revision: This unit covers wound management and scar revision techniques. It includes infection prevention, wound dressing, and scar assessment. โข Custom Splinting and Orthotic Fabrication: Custom splinting and orthotic fabrication is a crucial part of hand therapy. This unit covers the different types of splints and orthotics, materials, and fabrication techniques. โข Edema Management: This unit focuses on edema management, including assessment, prevention, and treatment techniques. โข Therapeutic Exercises and Activities: This unit covers various therapeutic exercises and activities for hand therapy, including strengthening, range of motion, and coordination exercises. โข Pain Management Techniques: This unit covers pain management techniques for hand therapy, including modalities, manual therapy, and patient education. โข Patient Education and Counseling: This unit focuses on patient education and counseling, including communication skills, patient motivation, and self-management strategies. โข Case Management and Documentation: This unit covers case management and documentation, including treatment planning, progress notes, and discharge planning.
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