Use of low-tech tools and devices in Hand Therapy: The wrist and forearm

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Treating wrist and forearm conditions in hand therapy can often feel repetitive—for both clinicians and clients. In this innovative and practical presentation, participants will learn how to incorporate low-tech, accessible tools into therapy to improve client engagement and treatment outcomes.

Focusing on functional and cost-effective strategies, this talk offers creative ways to transform ordinary household items into effective therapeutic tools for mobility, strengthening, and positioning. These low-tech interventions can also be used by clients at home, increasing motivation and continuity of care between sessions.

Ideal for clinicians working in rehabilitation, allied health, or physical/occupational therapy contexts, this course highlights practical solutions that enhance treatment of spasticity, flexion, and mobility issues in the forearm and wrist.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this talk, participants will be able to:

• Identify common household items that can be used as therapeutic tools in hand therapy

• Apply low-tech strategies to improve wrist and forearm mobility and strength

• Design creative, low-cost home exercise programs that promote client adherence

• Recognise tools suitable for managing spasticity and flexed hand postures

• Enhance treatment plans with functional, motivational exercises using accessible items

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