Journal of Hand Therapy
Volume 21, Issue 2 , Pages 106-114, April 2008

War, What is it Good for? Historical Contribution of the Military and War to Occupational Therapy and Hand Therapy

  • Sheila Catherine Yakobina, OTR/L, CHT

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    • Corresponding Author InformationCorrespondence and reprint requests to Sheila Catherine Yakobina, OTR/L, CHT, Hand Therapy Center at Capital Medical Center, 405-G Black Hills Lane SW, Olympia, WA 98502.
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  • Stephanie Robin Yakobina, OTR/L, CHT

Hand Therapy Center at Capital Medical Center, Olympia, Washington, USA

Madigan Army Medical Center, Tacoma, Washington, USA

Abstract 

War has negative connotations; nevertheless, this article aims to highlight some of the positive outcomes that have occurred in the fields of occupational therapy (OT) and hand therapy due to war and war-related injuries. From the military background of one of OT's founders, Thomas Kidner, to the valiant efforts of the reconstruction aides, to the origin of hand therapy during the Vietnam War, the military influence has been a powerful force in furthering our profession. This article reviews the unique history of war, the establishment and development of OT and hand therapy, and the contributions from military service members.

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 Disclaimer: The opinions or assertions contained herein are the private views of the authors and are not to be construed as official or as reflecting the views of the Department of Defense.

PII: S0894-1130(07)00133-0

doi:10.1197/j.jht.2007.07.022

Journal of Hand Therapy
Volume 21, Issue 2 , Pages 106-114, April 2008

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