InHand Occupational Therapy

A few weeks ago, one of our therapists Elisha did a talk about new research that has been published on the link between statin use (medication for lowering cholesterol) and tendinopathy:

“Emerging research suggests a pronounced risk of damaging effects on tendons resulting in tendinopathy or even tendon rupture associated with statin use.

Despite these potential side effects, the benefits of statin use in reducing cardiovascular disease risk generally outweigh the drawbacks. As hand therapists, it’s important to inquire whether our patients are using statins, particularly given their potential impact on tendon health.”

Full article: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/23259671231167851?url_ver=Z39.88-2003&rfr_id=ori:rid:crossref.org&rfr_dat=cr_pub%20%200pubmed

At InHand we strive to review current research to provide the best care and communicate with your medical team in order to get the best outcome.

Well done Elisha for presenting this topic to all the other WA hand therapists!