Citation

Spaulding SJ. Am. J. Occup. Ther. 1989; 43(5): 302-307.

Affiliation

Occupational Therapy Program, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53201.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1989, American Occupational Therapy Association)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

2719069

Abstract

Occupational therapists who work with people who have physical dysfunctions are often involved in the treatment of hand injuries or disabilities. This article describes some of the mechanical principles that affect hand function, including kinematics, kinetics (force and torque), friction, stress, and strain. Practical occupational therapy examples are used to explain these principles.

Language: en