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How Occupational and Hand Therapists Perform Initial Hand Function Evaluations
When a patient begins hand therapy—whether recovering from an injury, surgery, or neurological condition—the first session is all about understanding their current function and setting a baseline for recovery. This process, known as an initial hand function evaluation, guides treatment planning and allows therapists to track meaningful progress over time.
Here’s a breakdown of what a typical evaluation looks like, and how tools like handheld dynamometers, hand grip dynamom
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Apr 6th 2025