Hand therapy addresses injuries and conditions of the fingers, hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder. Certified Hand Therapists have extensive, specialized training in treating upper extremity conditions. 

Repetitive Strain Injuries

• Carpal tunnel syndrome | DeQuervain’s 
• Epicondylitis | tendonitis | tenosynovitis 
• Trigger finger | thumb 
• Rotator cuff | shoulder impingement 

Post-Surgical Conditions 

• Amputations, burns and frostbite 
• Dupuytren’s contracture 
• Fracture fixation | nerve repairs 
• Tendon lacerations 
• Joint replacements | reconstruction | wrist surgery 

Traumatic Conditions

• Crush injuries | dislocations | fractures 
• Mallet finger | sprains and strains 

Other Upper Extremity Conditions

• Arthritis 
• Tennis elbow | golfer’s elbow 
• Hand-to-shoulder sports-related injuries 
• Complex regional pain syndrome ​

Treatment Techniques

• Home exercise programs
• Therapeutic activities
• Joint protection
• Activity modification techniques
• Custom upper extremity splinting, brace fitting and instruction
• Ice, ultrasound, fluidiotherapy and TENS
• Exercises to increase range of motion and strength
• Control swelling / scarring management
• Patient education