OT 5209 Introduction to Hand Therapy and Splinting
This course will provide an introduction to the practice area of hand therapy and hands on lab experience in splint design and fabrication. Materials will include both the use of plaster as well as a variety of low temperature plastics. The course will include splinting for specific diagnosis, choosing the appropriate splint, and materials for joint contracture as well as for progressive mobilization. Static progressive and dynamic splinting will be covered. Emphasis will be on clinical reasoning, quality splint construction, and selection of a splint designed to increase participation in occupation.