Noelle M. Austin Ms Pt Cht

About the Author

Noelle M. Austin, MS, PT, CHT, is a distinguished occupational therapist and certified hand therapist with over three decades of clinical expertise in upper extremity rehabilitation. Holding a Master's degree in occupational therapy, she has dedicated her career to advancing splinting techniques and patient-centered care for hand and upper limb conditions. As an educator and author, Noelle has influenced countless professionals through her practical insights and evidence-based approaches. Her seminal work, Orthotic Intervention for the Hand and Upper Extremity: Splinting Principles and Process, serves as a cornerstone resource for therapists worldwide, blending anatomical precision with innovative splinting methodologies to optimize functional outcomes. Beyond the clinic, she advocates for interdisciplinary collaboration in rehabilitation sciences, mentoring the next generation of practitioners with her wealth of knowledge and compassionate perspective.