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Linburg Sign The Linburg sign is a clinical finding that highlights an anatomical connection between the flexor pollicis longus (FPL) tendon, which flexes the thumb, and the flexor digitorum profundus (FDP) tendon of the index finger. This connection, known as a “tendinous interconnection,” can…

Studying for the CHT with Allison. Allison is talking about the anastomoses of the forearm peripheral nerves. What is an anatomosis? It is an interconnection between branches of different nerves. Martin-Gruber: This occurs from 5-35% of the time and is characterized by crossing over from the…

Alison Taylor is an AWESOME CHT who has opened my eyes to new ways of evaluating and treating the body. Her website has great resources. https://www.handtherapyed.com/about.html#/ Jan Albrecht has such an informative book out about caring for the thumb! Its clear and easy to read…

This is my last exam prep masterclass for a while so join if you want to know step step how to prepare for the CHT exam. Links in my bio. #chtprep #occupationaltherapist #physicaltherapist #mentorship #examprep

❗️Radial Nerve Compression Sites❗️ The radial nerve originates in your cervical spine (nerve roots: C5-8, and T1)and is distributed all the way down towards your fingers. There are a few areas it can get compressed. This can cause weakness, muscle atrophy, numbness, tingling, and pain…

Mallet finger! This is just a basic overview. There are other factors that go into this that include deformities and splint types as well as weening protocol. But thought it was a fun one to share🤗 #handtherapist #handtherapy #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #chtprep #malletfinger

Replying to @megnificent_lessons let me know if theres a specific position that gives you the most discomfort/pain. The big thing is to avoid prolonged elbow flexion (having the elbow bent). #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #handtherapist #handtherapy #chtprep #phoneuse #elbowpain…

❗️Trigger Finger❗️ I tried to add most of it intk the video, becuase I realized people aren’t as into captions. But am open to all questions 🤗 There’s always so much new/evolving research out there. Hope this is informative☺️ #occupationaltherapy #occupatinaltherpist #handtherapy #handtherapist…

Let me know what you guys think! Or if you’ve had experience with this:) #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #handtherapy #handtherapist #chtprep #dupuytrenscontracture #viking #vikingsdisease #fyp

Ulnar nerve compression at the cubital tunnel with sleep? It might be caused by something you do every night without even thinking about it. Try this towel trick! #WorldPrincessWeek #handtherapist #handtherapy #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #chtprep #ulnarnerve #cupitaltunnel #fyp…

❗️Lindburg Anomaly❗️ There is whats called a “hypertrophic tenosynovium” between the tendons of your index finger and thumb. Or to make it more simple, a connection between them. About 21% (different studies will show different percentages) of people have this anomaly! Typically, this isnt an…

Allison is prepping for CHT exam. It is fun to implement different learning tools while studying and of course other shenanigans! . There is some data showing that walking backwards while reciting information can actually improve your short term memory! All you cht preppers I encourage you to try…

Our self assessment will give you objective feedback on your readiness for the CHT exam. . with category break downs you'll see where you need to focus and how much study time is recommended. . Click on the link in bio to start the assessment. . #CHTPREP #studyguide #HTCC #handtherapy #handsurgery…

Working on some strengthening exercises. These can easily be graded by adding different rubber bands or doing more than one at a time..#handtherapy #handtherapypartners #hta #htp #handtherapyacademy #chtprep #certifiedhandtherapist #hand #strengthening

🙃😭🫥 I’m the type of studier/clinican, who loves to reason things out logically. Base words, connections, structures/functions, etc. The worst is when something is just named after the person who discovered or coined it. Why can’t it just be named directly❓❗️ BRB trying to remember a bunch medical…

Everyone has different views on this, but in my professional opinion, a cortisone injection will not treat the root cause of the issue. If the pain is caused by repetitive trauma due to poor mechanics/ergonomics, the issue will keep coming back and become worse. #occupationaltherapy…

Replying to @vitruvianlink I’m not a dishwashing expert😂 so this is my quick tutorial of what I do to avoid sticking my hand in the glass. Please offer up all your suggestions if tou have any:) #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #handtherapy #handtherapist #cht #chtprep #wineglass #dishes

Why settle for one when you can have the best of both worlds? You’re studying for the CHT? Don't take chances and increase your chances of passing by grabbing both resources! Investing in your study materials is investing in your success. So don't risk wasting time with outdated or incomplete…

❗️Salter-Harris Fractures❗️ #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #handtherapist #handtherapy #chtprep #cht #fracture #break #fyp

Fun Facts About the Anconeus! The anconeus is a small muscle near the elbow. It is active during elbow extension. It provides support for both the dorsal joint capsule and the ulna itself. The Anconeus muscles partly or completely blends together with the triceps. Both are innervated by the…