This week, Delaney chats with Miranda on Hand Therapy Academy about what sets bony and soft tissue malrotation apart. Their discussion is full of real-world advice and clinical pearls for hand therapists.

Boney vs Soft Tissue Mal-rotation 

Miranda and Josh talk about off the shelf splints 

Non-Custom Splinting Options 

Join Miranda Materi and Josh, both Certified Hand Therapists with more than 10 years of experience teaching hand therapy concepts and over 50 years of combined clinical expertise, as they unpack some of the most commonly conflicting topics in the literature. This session explores the debated order of radial nerve muscle innervation, expected outcomes following wrist salvage procedures, and other frequently misunderstood areas of upper extremity rehabilitation.

Through evidence-based discussion and practical clinical insights, Miranda and Josh bridge the gap between research and real-world application—helping therapists make informed, confident treatment decisions for complex upper extremity cases.

Untangling the Research: Radial Nerve Innervation, Wrist Salvage Outcomes, and Other Common Controversies

On this episode of the podcast, Miranda and Josh discuss non-custom splinting options and when to utilize them. They break down practical applications and clinical considerations to help therapists make informed choices in patient care.

Non Custom Splinting Options 

In this episode, Miranda and Josh briefly talk about skin grafts — highlighting the different types, key considerations for healing, and basic immobilization protocols. Tune in for a quick, practical discussion that connects clinical reasoning with real-world hand therapy practice.



Skin Grafts 

Delaney sits down with Miranda on the Hand Therapy Academy podcast to talk through her experience with a one-of-a-kind patient living with CRPS. Their discussion is packed with real-world takeaways that therapists can bring into their own sessions.

CRPS Case Conversation 

On this episode of Hand Therapy Academy, Delany joins the conversation with a compelling case of exercise-induced compartment syndrome. Tune in to hear the clinical pearls and strategies she used along the way.

Exercise Induced Compartment Syndrome 

In this episode, Miranda and Josh dive into the topic of post-operative nerve repair immobilization. They discuss key principles, variations in protocols, and practical tips for optimizing outcomes following nerve repair. Tune in to learn how to apply evidence-based reasoning to your post-op management approach.

Post Op Nerve Repair Immobilization 

Miranda and Josh share the story behind creating Capsular — their new microlearning app designed for hand therapists. Tune in as they talk about the inspiration, challenges, and goals that shaped the app, and how it has the potential to change the way clinicians learn and grow in their practice.

Making the Capsular App 

Hand Therapy Academy welcomes Allison to the show! Miranda and Allison dive into their favorite strategies for managing PIP joint contractures. They break down both tried-and-true methods and creative approaches that therapists can bring into practice.

Managing PIP Joint Contractures 

We offer quick tidbits of information relating to all things Hand Therapy.  So if you are a hand therapist or an aspiring hand therapist this is the podcast for you.  For more great content check our www.handtherapyacademy.com or email info@handtherpyaacademy.com 

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