The Capital Hand Therapy Association (CHTA)
A professional community for hand and upper-extremity rehabilitation clinicians in the DC-Maryland-Virginia region.
Supporting occupational therapists, physical therapists, and students working across hand, elbow, and shoulder rehabilitation.
Your annual dues help us sustain education, events, and networking. Click below to join or renew.
What We Do
We support and empower hand therapists in delivering the highest standard of care to patients in our community.
We provide:
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Evidence-based continuing education for hand and upper extremity conditions
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Local networking with therapists and hand surgeons
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Professional growth for students, early-career, and experienced clinicians
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Newsletters
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Leadership opportunities
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Access to a fieldwork guide for clinicians
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Access to a WhatsApp group with local therapists
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And more!
CHTA is for:
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Occupational and physical therapists
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Certified Hand Therapists or those working towards their CHT
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Clinicians working in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation
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Therapists in ortho, neuro, acute care, outpatient, specialty settings, and more
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Students interested in upper extremity or hand therapy
CHTA Networking Happy HourWed, Apr 01Washington
Orfit Splinting CourseOctober 2026 - Details coming soonSinai Hospital- Discussion with Gary Solomon, MBA, MS, OTR/L, CHTSeptember - Details coming soon!Zoom - link coming soon
Annual Hand Therapist and Hand Surgeon Collaborative DinnerAugust 2026 - Details coming soon!Location is TBD
Upcoming Events
We are dedicated to advancing the practice of hand therapy.
We aim to promote education, research, and advocacy by cultivating interest in the advancement of our field through networking, professional development, and community involvement.
Our Partners
Interested in collaborating with us to support hand therapy professionals and patients? Get in touch with us.