Hand Safety is your comprehensive guide to understanding, preventing, and treating hand injuries, a surprisingly common issue impacting both workplace productivity and overall quality of life. Did you know a significant percentage of workplace accidents involve hand injuries? This book highlights the hand's complex anatomy, explaining how its intricate network of bones, muscles, and nerves makes it vulnerable.

The book advocates for a proactive approach to hand safety, emphasizing that many injuries are preventable with the right knowledge. The book begins by introducing common injuries such as cuts, burns, and sprains, and then systematically explores risk factors in various environments. It focuses on practical preventative strategies, including the use of protective equipment and ergonomic principles, and provides detailed guidance on first aid and medical treatments.

Drawing from occupational health, ergonomics, and sports medicine, Hand Safety uses case studies and statistical data to present evidence-based strategies in an accessible manner. The book concludes with rehabilitation and return-to-work strategies, offering exercises to regain strength and dexterity.