About HandLab

Established in 1997 by Judy Colditz, OT/L, CHT, FAOTA, HandLab provides thought-provoking, clinically relevant education for serious hand therapists and landmark hand therapy clinical products.

Education

All courses are taught by Judy Colditz, an internationally recognized expert in hand therapy with more than 35 years clinical and research experience. Complex concepts are presented simply and connected to clinical experiences. Problem solving techniques enhance critical thinking skills. Therapists return to the clinic with fresh ideas and increased skills which can be used immediately for patient benefit.

Self-Study DVD/CD Modules
- Concentrated modules with continuing education credit are designed for individual or group self-study. Video on the DVD is accompanied by self-study material on the accompanying CD. These are the most in-depth, well researched hand therapy teaching materials available.
Classroom Courses in Raleigh, NC
- Live two-day classroom courses held at a purpose-built continuing education center offer therapists immersion in anatomy, kinesiology and treatment rationale with discussion and/or hands-on lab experience that connects to clinical realisty. Local housing choices provide a pleasant base for the two-day intensive learning.

Clinical Products

During Ms. Colditz's travel and teaching, she has identified some distinctive clinical products not otherwise available in the US and now makes those available to other therapists:

Temporary Anatomical Tattoos
- An inexpensive, unique, and fun way to learn/teach anatomy
PollexBox
- The only thumb abduction measurement device with reliability and normative data
HandLab Posters
- Exquisite anatomical images of the Dorsal Apparatus and the Lumbrical and Interosseous Muscles
- Commemorative poster of hands: "Pass It On"
Stille Cast Removal System
- Swedish cast removal system that avoids loud noise and sharp saw blades

Judy in Classroom Course