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Therapy Interventions Following Wrist Fracture or Injury
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Join us for an engaging session on the latest advancements in wrist fracture and injury rehabilitation. Delve into the fundamentals of wrist injuries, gain valuable insights from recent research, and explore evidence-based interventions to enhance patient outcomes. From the most effective assessment techniques to clinical reasoning in treatment planning and adapting strategies, this seminar equips you with the skills to excel in your practice. You’ll learn how to conduct thorough evaluations, including range of motion, strength, sensory function, and functional abilities assessment, to tailor highly effective treatment plans. Real-life case studies and interactive exercises will further reinforce your clinical application, ensuring you're well-prepared to address challenges like pain management, limited range of motion, and complex cases. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise and make a meaningful impact on your patients' recovery journeys.
Kristin Valdes, OTD, OT, CHT
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 from Medbridge. Kristin Valdes receives a speaking honorarium and recording royalties from 小蝌蚪视频. 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 小蝌蚪视频.