ASHT Blog

Posted by Nancy Naughton, OTD, OTR/L, CHT on March 14, 2022

Calling all hand and upper extremity researchers: We invite you to share your work either virtually or in person with a captive audience at this year’s ASHT Annual Meeting in Washington, DC, October 13-16, 2022. ASHT is seeking current research studies of all levels relevant to rehabilitation of…

Posted by Rachel Pigott, MPH, OTR/L, CHT on February 28, 2022

Serving on the ASHT Board of Directors is a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. It is now that time of the year when members of our society choose to nominate themselves for service. It is truly an exciting time to see who our future…

Posted by April Cowan OTR, OTD, CHT on February 14, 2022

This blog post aims to shine the light on one of the great supporters of the American Hand Therapy Foundation and show you an example how the donor wishes are becoming reality. In 2020, AHTF received a generous donation from the Doris Ann Slack Fund administered by her family to support the mission…

Posted by Staff on January 31, 2022

Did you know the ASHT Research Division offers a free journal club for students? Faculty and clinical supervisors: This is an excellent opportunity for any ASHT member with academic or clinical students. Dates and times are flexible according to your schedule. The Student-Led Journal Club is…

Posted by Amber Opitz, OTR/L, CHT, CLT on January 18, 2022

I have been practicing as an occupational therapist for nearly seven years and have been a Certified Hand Therapist since May 2021. I have been blessed to be surrounded by several CHTs who have shown me how valuable the CHT credential is for the betterment of our patients, surrounding medical…