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Hand therapy is the art and science of evaluating and treating injuries and conditions of the upper extremity (shoulder, arm, forearm, wrist and hand). Hand therapy uses a number of therapeutic interventions to help return a person to their highest level of function.
Kathy Ondak, OTR, CHT
Hand therapy is the art and science of evaluating and treating injuries and conditions of the upper extremity (shoulder, arm, forearm, wrist and hand). Hand therapy uses a number of therapeutic interventions to help return a person to their highest level of function.
We can help
Hand therapists specialize in treating upper extremity conditions including but not limited to:
- Traumatic injuries
- Fractures, dislocations and sports injuries
- Tennis elbow and other types of tendonitis
- Carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel, thoracic outlet syndrome, and other nerve entrapment disorders
- Repetivite motion syndromes
- Amputations and burns
- Arthritis, tendon and nerve injuries
Following a throrough evaluation, an individualized treatment plan is developed and may include:
- Wound care
- Range of motion and strengthening exercises
- Control of swelling
- Moist heat and cold therapy
- Neuromuscular re-education
- Modalities to treat pain and weakness
- Scar and soft tissue massage
- Desensitization and sensory re-education
- Customized orthotic fabrication (splint)
- Therapeutic activities/Home exercise programs
Since we use our hands all day long, we want to be assured that we will receive the best care available to recover from an injury. surgery or medical condition of the upper extremity. Put your hands in the very best care. Ask for the expetise ofa Certified Hand Therapist at Menorah Park.
