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HAND THERAPY
The therapists at Hand Rehabilitation Specialists have success treating all types of injuries/diseases of the hand and upper extremity -- fractures, nerve compression syndromes, tendon and nerve injuries, arthritis, athletic injuries, post-operative reconstruction, birth defects, repetitive strain injuries, amputations and replants. Our cutting-edge services include:
- Individualized evaluation and assessment
- Custom splinting; Fractures/injuries, arthritis, sports splinting for acute or chronic injuries
- Innovative treatment of cumulative trauma disorders
- Advanced techniques in wound management
- Management of acute or chronic pain
- Manual therapy techniques
- Sensory testing
- Scar management and desensitization
- Reduction of edema
- State-of-the-art modalities including ‘Light’ therapy (low level cold laser) for pain, wound healing and inflammation
- Arthritis management programs
- Training in the performance of daily life skills through adaptive techniques and equipment
- Ergonomic assessment and education
- Patient training and education to reduce recurrence of repetitive injuries
- Conditioning prior to returning to work
- Individualized home exercise programs
PHYSICAL THERAPY
Hand Rehab Specialists has a licensed Physical Therapist who treats all types of musculoskeletal disorders of the spine and extremities including: acute and chronic neck pain and or back pain, athletic injuries, disorders of cervical and lumbar discs (pre- and post-operatively), shoulder impingement, rotator cuff strains and tears, and injuries of the hip, knee and ankle/foot. Services include:
- Thorough evaluation of condition and contributing factors
- Individualized treatments to achieve patient’s goals
- Postural assessment for muscle imbalances
- Strong focus on patient education
- Skilled post-operative care
- Manual therapy
- Body mechanics and ergonomic training
- Spine stabilization and core strengthening
- Gait training, fall prevention, balance training
- Taping techniques
- Specific individualized home exercise programs to prevent recurrence
- Women’s health issues including: incontinence and prenatal/post-partum dysfunctions
- Modalities to assist with pain control
- Return-to-sport therapy: closed chain, plyometric training
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