Role of occupation based practice in a hand therapy setting

Course Headline: 🎓 Unlocking Potential: The Role of Occupation-Based Practice in Hand Therapy

Course Title: Role of Occupation Based Practice in a Hand Therapy Setting

Course Description:

Embark on an immersive 14-week journey with our Doctoral Capstone Experience in hand therapy, meticulously crafted by a third-year student from Drake University's entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctorate program. This course is a treasure trove of knowledge, packed with a comprehensive needs assessment, an in-depth literature review, and precise learning objectives that align with ACOTE standards. 🚀

What You'll Gain:

• In-Depth Insights: Dive into the world of hand therapy and understand the nuances of occupation-based practice within this specialized field.
• Real-World Application: Learn from a hands-on (pun intended!) experience at an outpatient clinic in Des Moines, IA, where you'll apply theory to practice.
• Evidence-Based Practice: Explore and analyze the latest evidence supporting occupation-based interventions for a variety of orthopedic upper extremity conditions.
• Clinical Skills Enhancement: Master orthotic fabrication and conservative management techniques, especially for thumb CMC osteoarthritis.
• Professional Growth: Develop your professionalism, ethical behavior, and advocacy skills to make a significant impact on your clients' lives.

Course Highlights:

• Curated Learning Objectives: Satisfy the ACOTE standards with three clear, achievable objectives tailored for your learning journey.
• Expertly Analyzed Literature: Review and summarize key findings from the literature that underscore the importance of occupation-based practice in hand therapy.
• Site Information & Focus Topics: Access detailed information about the experiential site, along with additional topics of focus to deepen your understanding.
• Barriers to Implementation: Identify common challenges faced in implementing occupation-based practice and learn strategies to overcome them.
• Patient Perspectives: Understand client reasoning for seeking treatment or surgery for thumb CMC osteoarthritis, and discover two conservative management strategies for this condition.

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

• ✅ Articulate the pivotal role of occupation-based practice within hand therapy settings.
• ✅ Identify and address three barriers that can hinder the implementation of occupation-based practices in clinical settings.
• ✅ Explain patient reasoning for seeking treatment or surgery related to thumb CMC osteoarthritis, highlighting the importance of patient education and informed decision-making.
• ✅ Identify and apply two strategies for managing thumb CMC osteoarthritis conservatively.

Course Structure:

1. Weeks 1-2: Introduction to Hand Therapy and Occupation-Based Practice

   • Understanding the role of hand therapists
   • Overview of occupation-based practice in hand therapy

2. Weeks 3-4: Needs Assessment and Literature Review

   • Analyzing current literature on occupation-based practice
   • Identifying gaps and areas for research

3. Weeks 5-7: Learning Objectives and Clinical Skills Development

   • Setting clear, achievable learning objectives
   • Developing clinical skills in orthotic fabrication and management of thumb CMC osteoarthritis

4. Weeks 8-10: On-Site Experience and Occupation-Based Interventions

   • Engaging with clients and therapists at the hands clinic
   • Applying occupation-based interventions in practice

5. Weeks 11-12: Advocacy, Ethics, and Professionalism

   • Understanding professional ethics and advocacy within hand therapy
   • Reflecting on personal growth and professional development

6. Week 13-14: Course Wrap-Up and Project Presentation

   • Synthesizing knowledge and experiences
   • Presenting findings and insights to peers and instructors

Ready to embark on this journey? Enroll now and transform your approach to hand therapy! 🤝👐*

This course is designed to meet the educational needs of students pursuing an Occupational Therapy Doctorate degree. It offers a blend of academic rigor, practical application, and reflective learning to prepare students for real-world challenges in hand therapy.