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The purpose of this doctoral capstone was to support student learning in hand therapy by developing a student-centered educational guidebook that introduces fundamental orthotic fabrication concepts and provides visual splint pattern tutorials in an accessible and comprehensive format. Splint pattern development is a foundational step in orthotic fabrication that helps students comprehend how 2D designs translate into 3D orthoses. To enhance clinical skills through direct practice opportunities, this resource features detailed splint pattern modules for 10 commonly fabricated orthoses, each accompanied by background information and model images, while the orthotic educational content promotes self-directed learning by guiding students to understand why certain decisions are made in splint design. Unlike many existing resources that emphasize thermoplastic molding, this project prioritized visual splint pattern instructions to address a notable gap in the literature. The student guidebook aims to make the introduction to orthotic fabrication both approachable and clinically relevant through clear illustrations and explanations. This capstone was completed in collaboration with occupational therapists and certified hand therapist, Jaclyn Quinn, at Professional Hand Therapy in Garden City, New York. This capstone aligned with ACOTE focus areas of program development and clinical practice, contributing to the advancement of clinical practice skills for both myself and future occupational therapists.
Graduation Date
2025
Keywords
OTD capstone poster, splint, splint patterns, orthotic fabrication, occupational therapy, hand therapy, program development, clinical practice skills, tutorial, student-centered learning
Disciplines
Occupational Therapy
Degree Type
Open Access Capstone
Document Type
Poster
Degree Name
Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Department
Occupational Therapy
Site Mentor
Jaclyn Quinn, OTR/L, CHT
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Link to video presentation: https://youtu.be/XseINTa59Oc