Hand Splinting Workshops for Occupational Therapists
Our OT Hand Splinting Workshops provide practical training for occupational therapists and hand therapists looking to develop confidence in splint fabrication and clinical reasoning.
These hands-on workshops teach clinicians how to design and fabricate thermoplastic hand splints for patients with trauma, burns, neurological injury and upper limb conditions.
The training is designed specifically for occupational therapy professionals working in hand therapy and rehabilitation.
OT Hand Splinting Workshops
Practical Hand Splinting Training for Occupational Therapists
Our OT Hand Splinting Workshops provide hands-on training for occupational therapists, physiotherapists and therapy assistants who work in hand therapy and upper limb rehabilitation.
These practical hand splinting courses teach clinicians how to fabricate thermoplastic splints, apply clinical reasoning when prescribing splints, and confidently support patients recovering from trauma, burns, neurological injury or surgery.
Delivered by experienced occupational therapists specialising in hand rehabilitation, the workshops focus on practical splint fabrication, patient assessment and evidence-based splinting techniques.
Practical Hand Splinting Training for Occupational Therapists
Our OT Hand Splinting Workshops provide hands-on training for occupational therapists, physiotherapists and therapy assistants who work in hand therapy and upper limb rehabilitation.
These practical hand splinting courses teach clinicians how to fabricate thermoplastic splints, apply clinical reasoning when prescribing splints, and confidently support patients recovering from trauma, burns, neurological injury or surgery.
Delivered by experienced occupational therapists specialising in hand rehabilitation, the workshops focus on practical splint fabrication, patient assessment and evidence-based splinting techniques.
OT Hand Splinting Workshops
Who Our OT Hand Splinting Workshops Are For
These workshops are designed for healthcare professionals working in rehabilitation who want to develop their splinting knowledge and practical skills.
Our workshops are suitable for:
Occupational therapists working in hand therapy or rehabilitation
Physiotherapists treating upper limb injuries
Therapy assistants supporting hand therapy services
Clinicians looking to develop skills in thermoplastic splint fabrication
Whether you are new to splinting or looking to expand your skills, the workshops provide practical training in a supportive learning environment.
Interested in attending a splinting workshop?
The Rehab Team provides basic and dynamic hand splinting workshops for therapists and therapy assistants who work in hand rehabilitation.
Upcoming Workshop Dates
Our hand splinting workshops are held at training venues in the UK. Upcoming workshop details include:
Burton Albion Football Club, Staffordshire, DE13 0AR
25th March 2026 - Basic Hand Splinting Workshop
26th March 2026 - Neuro Splinting Workshop
27th March 2026 - Dynamic Hand Splinting Workshop
Workshop rate £200 per day
Spaces are limited to maintain small training groups and hands-on learning.
Types of OT Hand Splinting Workshops
Our workshops are designed to provide practical learning in small groups.
Participants benefit from:
Hands-on splint fabrication practice
Guidance from experienced occupational therapists
Opportunities to ask questions and troubleshoot techniques
Real clinical insights from hand therapy practice
Each workshop is structured to help clinicians apply splinting techniques confidently in clinical settings.
Basic Hand Splinting Workshop
These workshops are aimed at occupational therapists, physiotherapists and therapy assistants who are new to hand splinting or have not worked in that clinical area for a number of years.
The training will include an introduction to hand anatomy and physiology, the biomechanical principles of splinting, splint design and practical application. The session will commence with a power point presentation, followed by a splinting demonstration by one of our experienced hand therapists. There will then be ample opportunity for all delegates to have a go at making a number of different static splints.
The session will conclude by discussing various case studies to ensure that therapists understand the clinical reasoning behind splinting and ensure that they are competent at prescribing a hand splint and advising on a wearing regime.
The workshops will cover the following areas:
Basic hand anatomy
The principles of splinting
Introduction to thermoplastic materials
Pattern design, fabrication of splints & strapping
Clinical reasoning and wearing regimes
Case studies
Practical sessions will include:
Volar hand splint
Wrist support
Thumb splint
Dynamic Hand Splinting Workshop
A dynamic splint refers to a hand splint that includes moving components.
Our dynamic splint workshops are aimed at occupational therapists and physiotherapists who have some experience of hand splinting but want to develop their splinting skills further.
Training will include a short presentation on hand anatomy, and an introduction to various dynamic kits, followed by a demonstration of how to fabricate a dynamic hand splint.
We will explore the different designs for dynamic splints and how these can facilitate hand function and promote recovery from soft tissue injuries.
The workshop will encourage interactive discussions on case studies, clinical reasoning and wearing regimes as well as the possible contraindications and our duty of care when prescribing splints and orthosis.
These workshops will include the following areas;
Hand anatomy and function
The principles of dynamic splinting
Pattern design, fabrication of splints & strapping
Clinical reasoning and wearing regimes
Case studies
Practical sessions will include:
Thumb splint with extension outrigger
Dorsal splint with finger extension outrigger
Volar splint with finger flexion
Neuro Hand Splinting Workshop
This workshop is aimed at occupational therapists, physiotherapists and therapy assistants who work with clients who have neurological conditions that affect the anatomical position and function of the hand and wrist.
The workshop will explore the theoretical principles and provide guidance on clinical decision making and splint fabrication for clients who are at risk of contractures. Asking the fundamental question “To splint or not to splint”?
We consider the different neurological splint designs and thermoplastic materials that are available for therapists to use when recommending a hand splint. Finally, careful consideration is taken when recommending wearing regimes and individual social circumstances are risk assessed to ensure the splint does not cause the client harm.
Learning outcomes include;
To understand the role of splinting in neurological rehabilitation.
Identify neurological hand impairments.
Consider when to splint and when not to splint.
Select an appropriate splint based on a thorough clinical assessment.
Develop safe and competent splinting skills.
· Identify an appropriate and safe wearing regime.
· Communicate the splinting regime with the client and carer.
· How to monitor the splint and establish clinical outcomes.
Practical sessions will include:
· Letter box splint
· Cone splint
· Web splint
Interested in attending a splinting workshop?
The Rehab Team provides basic and dynamic hand splinting workshops for therapists and therapy assistants who work in hand rehabilitation.