A Quantitative Review of Certified Burn Therapist's Involvement in the JBCR Publications and ABA Leadership.

The Burn Therapist Certification (BT-C) was introduced in 2018 to acknowledge occupational and physical therapists with specialized knowledge, skill, and experience in promotion of quality burn rehabilitation. Currently, BT-Cs make up 11.7% of therapists working in burn rehabilitation (n=39/333).

Rehabilitation Management of the Burned Hand.

Burns to the hands constitute a small total surface area burn, but can result in significant functional challenges and disability. The complexity of multiple anatomical structures and intricate interplay of bones, muscles, and connective tissues requires specialized knowledge of how burns of the hand can affect function and independence. This article will provide an evidence-based overview of rehabilitation of the burned hand across the burn care continuum including a focus on evaluation, pain management, treatment interventions, and outcome assessment.