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Abstract
A questionnaire was mailed to 236 occupational therapists (OTs) and physical therapists
(PTs) practicing hand rehabilitation in Canada, to develop a demographic profile of
practitioners, determine the scope of practice in Canada, and study educational and
certification issues. The response rate was 78%, which provided an accurate profile.
Sixty-two percent of respondents were OTs, 35% PTs, and 3% combined P/OTs. While 82%
of respondents supported a certification process, only 13% were certified hand therapists.
Forty-two percent practice with both OT and PT skills. Most respondents held bachelor's
degrees and reported formal OT or PT education as their primary mode of acquiring
knowledge. The high response rate indicated that commitment to and interest in the
practice of hand therapy are strong in Canada. Therapists would like to see more continuing
education offered in Canada, and a certification process to ensure professional standards.
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© 1998 Hanley & Belfus, Inc. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
