American Society of Hand Therapists - ASHT 2026

According to figures published by ASHT, the Annual Meeting typically draws 1,200+ attendees and 15+ countries represented, with 120+ oral presentations, 75+ poster presentations and 50+ exhibitors. The audience spans clinicians, academics, researchers, students and industry professionals in hand and upper extremity therapy.

Registration is open for both in-person and virtual attendance, with tiered pricing by membership status and timing.

Key deadlines: The Early Bird deadline is August 3, standard rates apply through September 29 at 11:59 PM ET, and the late rate applies starting September 30, 2026.

Sample in-person full-meeting rates (Early Bird / Standard / Late):

• Member: $695 / $795 / $845
• Non-Member: $930 / $1,030 / $1,080
• Student Member: $215 / $315 / $365
• Retired Member: $450 / $495 / $495

Single-day in-person rates: Member $420, Non-Member $520, Member Student $145, Non-Member Student $185.

Virtual member full-meeting rates start at $645 (Early Bird). The Education Plus option combines membership dues and Annual Meeting registration into one payment for those who wish to join or renew, including membership valid through 12/31/27. Register online via the ASHT registration portal; discounted rates are available for newly certified hand therapists with proof of certification. Contact meetings@asht.org or call 856-380-6927 with questions.

The 2026 event marks the 49th Annual Meeting and the 3rd Pediatric Specialty Day for ASHT. The Annual Meeting is the society's premier annual educational and networking event for the hand and upper extremity therapy community, and it has grown to include an international audience. In recent years it has drawn more than 1,200 attendees representing 15+ countries, with over 120 oral presentations and 75 poster presentations.