Hand Therapy Secrets Everyone with Arthritis Should Know, with Certified Hand Therapist & OT Hoang Tran
Arthritis Life10 Mars 2023

Hand Therapy Secrets Everyone with Arthritis Should Know, with Certified Hand Therapist & OT Hoang Tran

Episode summary

In this episode, occupational therapists Cheryl Crow & Hoang Tran go in depth on how and why the human hand is so complex, and how people with inflammatory arthritis can take good care of their hands to relieve hand pain and improve function.

This episode includes an in depth exploration of what it’s like to see a hand therapist, why hand therapy helps people with arthritis, what people with rheumatic diseases need to know about hand anatomy, and how to advocate for yourself to get an interdisciplinary team supporting you (in addition to your rheumatologist). They also take a deep dive into how rheumatoid arthritis can transition to a more orthopedic issue long term, and Cheryl & Hoang share their best advice & tips for newly diagnosed patients.

Medical disclaimer:

All content found on Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Episode Sponsors

Rheum to THRIVE, an online course & support group program Cheryl created to help people with rheumatic disease go from overwhelmed, confused and alone to confident, supported and connected. Learn more here!

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