S2E18 - Joint Protection Strategies for Hand Osteoarthritis

Welcome to Season 2 of AMC Clinical Deep Dive! Symptomatic hand OA affects 20% of people over 55, often causing pain, stiffness, and loss of function. This episode breaks down the NHMRC Level 2 evidence for joint protection strategies—techniques that minimise joint strain to improve pain and functioning. Learn to counsel patients on "spreading the load," avoiding repetitive thumb strain, and using labour-saving gadgets, such as resting a kettle on the sink edge. We cover why referring to an Occupational Therapist (OT) is a high-yield OSCE step. Avoid the critical error of ignoring non-drug management before teaching these life-changing habit changes!#AMCClinicalExam #HandOsteoarthritis #JointProtectionStrategies #OSCE #IMGAustralia #OccupationalTherapyReferral #HandPainReliefPro Tip: In the OSCE, use a "workbook" approach. Suggesting a home program or activity diary demonstrates that you are following the structured self-management model used in successful clinical trials.If this AMC-related topic interests you, visit the full webpage for extended notes and additional exam-oriented resources: https://apwix.com/100480👉 Episodes in Season 1 (150 clinical scenarios) have been indexed by topic, patient group, discipline, setting, and more to support targeted learning.Use the filters to locate discussions relevant to your study or clinical training.🎧 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Access the library⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.