Hand Therapy

WHAT IS HAND THERAPY?

Hand therapy refers to a wide range of nonoperative treatments that are administered by hand therapists for hand injuries and conditions. Certified Hand Therapists (CHTs) are medical professionals who have gone through either Physical Therapy or Occupational Therapy training programs, and then completed years of additional specialty training and experience focused on treating hand and wrist problems. At Hand Institute of Charleston, I work directly with our on-site Certified Hand Therapist to customize treatment plans to the needs of each patient.

A hand therapist can help improve range of motion and function in the hand and wrist.

WHAT TYPES OF HAND AND WRIST PROBLEMS BENEFIT FROM THERAPY?

Many conditions benefit from the addition of hand therapy to the treatment plan. Your surgeon may recommend therapy as part of treatment for:

· Post-operative pain/stiffness/edema/weakness/scarring

· Hand and wrist injuries

· Tendonitis

· Arthritis

· Contractures

· Nerve injuries

WHAT TYPES OF TREATMENTS ARE OFFERED?

Certified Hand Therapists offer a wide variety of nonoperative treatment and rehabilitation options for hand and wrist problems:

· Custom Splinting

· Post-operative and post-injury rehabilitation and wound care

· Training for functional activities

· Custom therapy programs to improve strength and range of motion

· Edema management

· Scar desensitization

· Ultrasound, paraffin bath, and other treatments to reduce pain or enhance healing

READY TO CONFIRM A DIAGNOSIS AND FIX THE PROBLEM OR JUST WANT TO LEARN MORE?

We are fortunate to have an experienced Certified Hand Therapist on site at Hand Institute of Charleston for all of your therapy and custom bracing needs. A prescription for therapy is required, so if you have a problem that you think may benefit from hand therapy, come and see me to establish a diagnosis and treatment plan.

Call Hand Institute of Charleston today for a clinic or telehealth appointment! 854-423-4263

This article is not a substitute for in-person medical advice or diagnosis and is for educational purposes only.