ASHT Blog
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…
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…
Posted by Nancy Naughton, OTD, OTR/L, CHT on February 15, 2021
Calling all hand and upper extremity researchers: Share and highlight your rigorous work at ASHT's 44th Annual Meeting when we gather virtually and in person in St. Louis, Missouri, October 7-10, 2021.
Interested researchers can submit an abstract, which provides an overview of their scientific…
Posted by Danielle Sparks, DHS, MOT, OTR, CHT on February 08, 2021
The ASHT Practice Division works to advocate for the profession of hand and upper extremity therapy through active monitoring and involvement of legislative issues and member education of policies & legislation. Legislative and regulatory issues impact our practice and determine what care we…