Hand therapy is a type of occupational therapy treatment that is both art and science. It involves evaluating and treating injuries and conditions all the way along the arm, including the shoulder, elbow, forearm, wrist, and hand. A wide variety of techniques and therapeutic measures are designed to assist a person in overcoming an injury or condition. This therapy should help return them to their highest possible degree of functionality. How Can a Hand Therapist Help? To qualify as a ... [Read More]
Hand Therapy
Common Ailments of the Hands
The complexity of our hand structure – and our daily dependence on its proper function – mean that little issues, when they crop up, can quickly become a big deal. When we suffer a medical problem with our hands, it can be due to a number of causes, including genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and the result of trauma. There are many common afflictions that affect the hands such as: Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, which cause swelling and pain around the joints, and t ... [Read More]
Reasons to See a Physical Therapist
The goal of physical therapy is to alleviate pain and restore or improve your body’s function and mobility. A physical therapist has years of training in how to help your body heal and ways to optimize its function. This could mean getting back to work (occupational therapy), or exceeding performance milestones in sports. Here are some of the reasons you might want to see a physical therapist. Joint pain Whether you have osteoarthritis or an acute injury, joint pain can seriously interfere w ... [Read More]
Why You Should Go to a Physical Therapy Clinic for Pre-Op
Physical therapy is often a vital component to recovery following surgery, but did you know that pre-op physical therapy can also make a huge difference to your recovery? Studies show that seeing a physical therapist prior to undergoing orthopedic surgery results in faster healing, less pain, and better long-term outcomes. A pre-op visit to your physical therapist includes important information on your condition and background on anatomy. PTs have extensive training on how your body works, ... [Read More]
Hand Therapy After Amputations
Amputation of a fingertip, finger, or thumb may be caused by an accident in the home or at work. Depending on the extent and type of the injury, a surgeon may have to remove more of the digit than initially damaged, in order for it to heal optimally. Hand therapy is an essential part of recovery, and should begin immediately following the injury or surgery to preserve the function of the hand. Most people who have part of their hand amputated can return to their regular activities ... [Read More]
