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Hand therapy is one
specialization of occupational therapy that was
originally developed in response to advances in
microscopic surgical techniques.
We work with
patients whose upper extremity, anywhere from
the shoulder to the fingertips, may have been
affected by accident, trauma, illness or a
condition. We are prepared to rehabilitate the
individual from the resulting burns, wounds,
scars, injured tendons or nerves, fractures, or
amputation of any portion of the upper
extremity.
Many of our
patients include those who have become limited
from the affects of disorders such as Tennis or
Golfer Elbow, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or Cubital
Tunnel Syndrome. We also treat those patients
who have arthritic, neurological, or congenital
conditions.
Our hand
therapists combine their comprehensive knowledge
of the upper extremity, clinical expertise, and
specialized skills in assessment to prevent
dysfunction, restore function or reverse the
advancement of pathology within the upper
extremity.
The end result of
accurate assessments and individualized
treatment made by our specialized hand
therapists will in most cases decrease the
overall treatment duration and facilitate the
rehabilitation process.
At the
Foundation of Hand Therapy, an Inclusive
Understanding of the Following is Fundamental:
- Anatomy and
physiology of the upper extremity and how it
is adversely affected by pathological
changes
- The effects
of immobilization/mobilization on healing
tissue
- Kinesiology
as it relates to human motion and the forces
affecting it
- The effect
of physical agent modalities, e.g.
fluidotherapy, ultra-sound, on connective
tissue, and the circulatory and nervous
systems
- The various
surgical procedures of the upper extremity
and the best post-operative treatment course
to undertake
Why Use a Hand Therapy Specialist?
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Accurate assessments, immediate care and
effective treatment reduce treatment time
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The continuum of care eliminates the need
for multiple medical providers
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Faster recovery results in decreased medical
costs
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Resulting functional outcomes ensure a
faster return to work and productive
lifestyle
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Hand therapists – both occupational and
physical therapists – enhance the skills of
the other to provide the most comprehensive
care for their patients
Common Hand Problems:
Descriptions of Conditions Affecting the
Fingers, Hand, Wrist, Arm, Elbow, and Shoulder
can be found at the following links. When
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