Get Evidence That Matters

Posted by Kristin A Valdes, OTD, OTR, CHT 05/07/2014

Are you among the ASHT members who have been using OrthoEvidence to find research to support practice? If not, there’s still time to take advantage of this opportunity.
OrthoEvidence is the global online source for evidence-based orthopedic summaries, pre-appraised by orthopaedic medical experts. OrthoEvidence reviews, evaluates and summarizes research studies and their critical implications.
The top five articles accessed by ASHT members to date are:

Metacarpophalangeal joint blocking splints are most effective for treating trigger finger 

NZOA 2013: Immediate mobilization following wrist fracture yields favourable outcomes

Night splinting does not lead to better extension after surgery for Dupuytren’s disease

Treating closed mallet finger with Quickcast reduces edema & improves DIP joint extension

Motor recovery and functional abilities of the hand improved with mirror therapy 

As an ASHT member, you have full access to this benefit for free for the next five months. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your clinical skills.
To subscribe, obtain the promotional code reserved for ASHT member use, then visit www.myorthoevidence.com.Select "Sign Up Using a Promo Code" under the Login/Sign Up tab at the top right-hand side of the screen. (Note: Do not click "Sign Up as Professional" on the same screen.)

If you have any questions, please contact Member Services at 856-380-6856 or ASHT@asht.org.