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Chiropractic Hand And Wrist Physical Exam

By Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO · December 14, 20228 min read

Person rubbing wrist — Chiropractic Hand And Wrist Physical Exam

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Want to boost your clinical confidence for hand and wrist presentations? If so, this article is made for you. In less than 9 minutes, you’ll learn the keys to a successful hand and wrist evaluation:

Hand and wrist conditions comprise a significant portion of all MSK presentations, including up to 25% of all sports injuries. (1,2) Fortunately, evidence-based chiropractors are very well-suited to manage many of those patients successfully… IF we nail the diagnosis. This article and video will cover the evaluation essentials, including a straightforward wrist and hand exam tutorial to help Up your A-game!

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About the Author

Tim Bertelsman, DC, DACO

Dr. Tim Bertelsman is the co-founder of ChiroUp. He graduated with honors from Logan College of Chiropractic and has been practicing in Belleville, IL since 1992. He has lectured nationally on various clinical and business topics and has been published extensively. Dr. Bertelsman is also a post-graduate instructor for the University of Bridgeport Orthopedic Diplomate program and is a member of the NCMIC Speakers’ Bureau. He has served in several leadership positions and is the former president of the Illinois Chiropractic Society. Dr. Bertelsman also received ICS Chiropractor of the Year in 2019.

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