The 6th Annual Arkansas Hand Therapy Forum

Saturday, November 14, 2026
7:30 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.

4th Floor, Barnes Conference Room
The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The Annual Arkansas Hand Therapy Forum is a multidisciplinary conference focused on the latest advances in hand and upper extremity care. The program explores anatomy, surgical techniques, and therapy modalities related to the evaluation and treatment of complex hand and upper extremity conditions. The Hand Forum provides a collaborative environment for sharing expertise, discussing challenging cases, and exploring innovative approaches that can enhance patient care.

Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in Q&A sessions and visit exhibitors during scheduled breaks. Registration includes breakfast and lunch.

Program Agenda

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Track 1 Agenda

Agenda Track 1 Room 4205
7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast/Registration
8:00 a.m. – 8:10 a.m. Welcome and Introduction
8:10 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. The Therapist’s Guide to Upper Extremity Prosthetics
Lecture 1 – Angela Green and Steve Martin
9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Finger Stiffness: When To Intervene
Panel – Dr. Theresa Wyrick, Dr. Tom Frazier, Dr. Sophie Hollenberg, Meaghan Fletcher, Meg Nally, and Amanda West
9:50 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Questions & Answers
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Break
10:30 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. Upper Extremity Dislocations & Management
Lab 1 – Dr. Sean Morell
11:20 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Questions & Answers
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunch Break
12:30 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. Upper Extremity Nerve Conditions & Management
Lab 2 – Dr. John Bracey
1:20 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Questions & Answers
1:30 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. Sports Performance Testing
Lecture 2 – Chris Kelsey & Ellie Traeger
2:20 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Questions & Answers
2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Break
3:00 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. Edema Versus Lymphedema: What You Need to Know
Lecture 3 – Sara Grygus
3:40 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Questions & Answers
3:50 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Management of Shoulder Injuries
Lecture 4 – Michael Martin
4:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Arkansas Hand Society Awards
4:45 p.m. Closing and Adjourn

Track 2 Agenda

Agenda Track 2 Room 4202
7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Breakfast/Registration
8:00 a.m. – 8:10 a.m. Welcome and Introduction
8:10 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Scars & Burns
Lecture 1 – Mandy Yelvington
9:00 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. Therapeutic Management for Elbow Fracture/Dislocations
Lecture 2 – Mark Ellis
9:50 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Questions & Answers
10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. Break
10:30 a.m. – 11:20 a.m. Upper Extremity Dislocations & Management
Lab 1 – Dr. Sean Morell
11:20 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Questions & Answers
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Lunch Break
12:30 p.m. – 1:20 p.m. Upper Extremity Nerve Conditions & Management
Lab 2 – Dr. John Bracey
1:20 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. Questions & Answers
1:30 p.m. – 2:20 p.m. Scapular Mechanics Impacting the Upper Extremity
Lecture 3 – Abi Land
2:20 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Questions & Answers
2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Break
3:00 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. TOS: Assessment & Effective Treatment Strategies
Lecture 4 – Crystal Henry
3:40 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Questions & Answers
3:50 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Financial Considerations in Private Practice
Lecture 5 – Kenny Ness
4:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m. Arkansas Hand Society Awards
4:45 p.m. Closing and Adjourn

Program Speakers

John Bracey, MD
G. Thomas Frazier, MD
Sophie Hollenberg, MD
Sean Morell, MD
Theresa Wyrick, MD

Mark Ellis, OTR/L, CHT
Meaghan Fletcher, OTR/L, CHT
Angela Green, OTR/L
Sara Grygus, OTR/L
Chris Kelsey, OTR/L, CHT
Abi Land, PT, DPT, OCS
Meg Nalley, OTR/L
Ellie Traeger, OTD
Amanda West, OTR/L, CHT

Crystal Henry, OTR/L, CHT
Michael Martin, OTR/L, CHT
Steve Martin, OTR/L
Kenny Ness, OTR, CHT
Mandy Yelvington, PhD, OTR/L

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Registration Fee: $150 per attendee.

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We look forward to seeing you November 14th!