Welcome to website of the South African Society of Hand Therapists (SASHT) - an organisation which aims to encourage the development of skilled hand therapists in South Africa.

Members can include occupational therapists, physiotherapists, occupational therapy assistants, physiotherapy assistants and students who are registered with the HPCSA.

Useful Links

  Member Login

  Member Booklet 2025 v25.3 (15 Aug)

  Member Resource Centre

  SASHT Register or Renew


Volunteers Needed

  SASHT requires volunteers for a few executive positions. PLEASE help us. Want to make a difference and be part of something meaningful?
You don’t need any experience – we will show you the ropes. If you’re interested in helping us out, please get in touch. We’d love to have you on board.More information

Hand Therapy

Hand therapy entails rehabilitation of the upper limb - from the shoulder to the hand. Hand therapy assists a person to regain maximum use of his or her upper limb after injury, surgery or the onset of disease.

Treatment is provided by a hand therapist, someone who is first trained as an occupational therapist or physiotherapist, with a special interest and experience in the rehabilitation of hand & upper limb conditions.

Emphasis is placed on reintegration into the work place, activities of daily living and leisure time pursuits.

Hand therapists treat with exercises and activities, apply modalities and create custom made splints to help the hand heal and protect it from additional injury.

Updated 14 August 2025