Therapy Interventions Following Wrist Fracture or Injury

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Kristin Valdes, OTD, OT, CHT Related seminars and products

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Kristin Valdes, OTD, OT, CHT, is an expert in upper extremity rehabilitation, with over 30 years of experience in private practice helping patients recover lost function and return to the activities they value. A past president of the American Society of Hand Therapists, her clinical expertise spans treatment of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder, as well as arthritis management and orthosis fabrication.

Dr. Valdes travels nationally to present seminars on upper extremity rehabilitation and is known for her engaging, hands-on teaching style. She earned her doctorate in occupational therapy with a specialization in hand rehabilitation from Rocky Mountain University of Health Care Professions in Provo, UT, and she works as a professor at Touro University in Nevada. In addition, she has published a number of peer-reviewed studies, and she received the MacDermid Lifetime Scientific Achievement award for her contributions in research for the advancement of the field of hand therapy.

Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: Kristin Valdes has employment relationships with Touro University and Dignity Health Physical Therapy. She receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from PESI, Inc. She has no relevant financial relationships with ineligible organizations.
Non-financial: Kristin Valdes is a member of the American Association for Hand Surgery and the American Society of Hand Therapists. She is a peer reviewer and editor for several peer review journals, for a complete list contact PESI, Inc.

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Objectives

1. Understand current evidence for rehabilitation following wrist fracture regarding the effect of comorbidities on recovery.
2. Discriminate between appropriate interventions to minimize edema and finger stiffness to optimize patient recovery.
3. Understand the role wrist carpal ligament proprioception plays in the functional recovery of wrist balance and stability.

Outline

Fundamentals of Wrist Fractures and Injuries 

• Common types and causes of wrist fractures and injuries
• Anatomy and biomechanics of the wrist

Current Research Landscape 

• Recent research studies and findings related to wrist fractures and injuries
• Analysis of evidence-based interventions for wrist rehabilitation
• Emerging trends and advancements in the field

Evidence-Based Interventions 

• Range of motion exercises and techniques
• Strengthening exercises and progressive resistance training
• Manual therapy techniques and modalities
• Functional activities and task-specific training
• Pain management strategies

Case Studies, Application and Special Considerations 

• Real-life case scenarios to illustrate the application of research-based interventions
• Treatment planning and goal setting based on individual patient characteristics
• Interactive exercises and group discussions to analyze and determine appropriate interventions

Special Considerations

• Age-related considerations for pediatric or geriatric populations
• Co-morbidities and their impact on rehabilitation
• Psychological and psychosocial factors in wrist injury recovery
   

Target Audience

• Athletic Trainers
• Chiropractors
• Exercise Physiologists
• Occupational Therapists
• Occupational Therapy Assistants
• Physical Therapists
• Physical Therapy Assistants
• Strength and Conditioning Coaches
• Other Rehabilitation and Fitness Professionals