The hand therapist's role in the prevention and management of upper extemity injuries in the modern mass production industrial setting.

Background: This case study presents the role of an onsite hand therapist (Certified Hand Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Physical Therapist) in an industrial setting and the services that can be provided in this comprehensive care model. Onsite hand therapists can impact on Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) first aid programs and can provide state of the art treatment for the injured worker in both a direct and indirect capacity.

Purpose: The purpose of this case study article is to review the many potential services the hand therapist can offer to facilitate the return-to-work of injured employees and provide employers with a proactive case management and state-of-the-art ergonomic prevention, improving profit margins and facilitating safe work environments.

Outcomes following the conservative management of patients with non-radicular peripheral neuropathic pain.

Study Design: Prospective cohort.

Introduction: There is limited evidence for conservative management of patients with non-radicular peripheral neuropathic pain (PNP).

Purpose: To investigate the effectiveness of a comprehensive treatment approach on pain and disability in patients with non-radicular PNP and to determine if improvements are maintained following the discontinuation of therapy.