Marylynn A. Jacobs Ms Otr/L Cht

About the Author

Marylynn A. Jacobs, MS, OTR/L, CHT, is a distinguished occupational therapist and certified hand therapist with over three decades of clinical and educational experience in upper extremity rehabilitation. Holding a Master's degree in occupational therapy, she has dedicated her career to advancing splinting techniques and orthotic interventions that enhance patient outcomes in hand and upper limb care. As an educator and clinician, Jacobs has trained countless professionals through workshops, publications, and her seminal textbook, Orthotic Intervention for the Hand and Upper Extremity: Splinting Principles and Process, which serves as a cornerstone resource for therapists worldwide. Her work bridges theoretical principles with practical application, emphasizing evidence-based practices to restore function and independence for individuals with upper extremity impairments. Beyond the clinic, she advocates for innovative therapeutic approaches, contributing to the evolution of hand therapy as a specialized field.