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Posted by Theresa Hallenen MS, OTR/L, CHT on May 03, 2021

For as nearly as long as I can remember, I have been a cheerleader. I started cheering on the sidelines for a Pop Warner football team at age 5, continued through high school and then in collegiate competitions. As an adult, I have come to realize that cheerleading comes in both direct and indirect…

Posted by Stephanie Strouse, OTD, OTR/L, CHT on April 26, 2021

Have you heard ASHT’s NEW Hands in Motion podcast? I know I am so excited to a part of debuting this new platform discussing all things hand to shoulder. Co-host Cara Smith, PT, DPT, CHT and I, Stephanie Strouse, OTD, OTR/L, CHT, join you bi-weekly to chat and maybe even sometimes deliberate from…

Posted by Rachel Pigott, MPH, OTR/L, CHT on April 19, 2021

“The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.” – William Shakespeare.   I have seen so many dedicated volunteers embody this quote by William Shakespeare while giving their precious time and talents to the American Society of Hand Therapist. We have so many…
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Posted by Theresa Hallenen MS, OTR/L, CHT on April 01, 2021

April is a month for celebration. The ground begins to awaken from its deep winter slumber with spring bulbs pushing through, showing off their bright new flowers and foliage. The days are starting to be longer and brighter. Birds are making their nests to prepare for their first batch of eggs.…

Posted by Mo Herman, MA, OTR/L, CHT on March 01, 2021

The ASHT Board of Directors is comprised of passionate and committed volunteer leaders dedicated to advancing the science and practice of hand and upper extremity therapy. If you are interested in joining this visionary team of leaders, networking with like-minded colleagues, and embracing a unique…