Hand Therapy

Hand therapists (also referred to as occupational therapists) specialize in conditions affecting hands and upper extremities.

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What is Hand Therapy?

Hand therapists (also referred to as occupational therapists) specialize in conditions affecting hands and upper extremities. Becoming a hand therapist includes advanced training to treat patients through hand physical therapy for things such as post-surgical rehabilitation, hand injuries that do not require surgery, conservative treatments, preventive measures, and work-related consultations. Hand therapy often continues even after a patient returns to work or their normal daily activities.

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What Are Different Types of Hand Therapy Procedures?

  • Range of motion/stretching
  • Strengthening
  • Therapeutic exercises
  • Wound / scar management
  • Desensitization techniques
  • Edema control
  • Soft tissue mobilization / massage
  • Functional activities
  • Work simulation
  • Work place modifications
  • Modalities (including ultrasound, electrical stimulation, heat/ice, iontophoresis)
  • Custom splinting
  • Custom casting
  • Home program instruction

How we approach hand therapy.

Licensed hand therapists at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy work with you to prevent hand injuries, improve hand functions after surgery or injury, and get you back to feeling like yourself again. Our hand therapists will work with you one-on-one to design a custom hand rehabilitation plan specifically for your injury or condition.

Hand pain treatment through occupational therapy can result in:

  • Faster recovery times
  • Custom splint fabrication
  • Decreased medical costs
  • Better functional outcomes

Request your appointment today at an Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy location near you to learn more about hand therapy.

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Check out some of our 4 and 5 star reviews

Excellent4.8★★★★★ review us on ★★★★★ My son started physical therapy last week with Mallory and I am so happy with how things are going. She is very kind and i like the way she interacts with him. The front desk staff is always very welcoming and friendly. The offices are clean and equipment is always clean.Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab for Kids, Virginia Beach! ★★★★★ This is the best PT place I have ever been too, and I have been to PT quite a few times. The staff there are always positive, wanting to get to know you and genuinely care about your well being. Jen, Pete, all of you are great people and focus on making sure the recovery is done the right way. Would recommend this establishment to anybody needing great care and PT done the best way possible ★★★★★ I have been seeing Megan twice a week for a few months for lower back pain and she has made such a difference for me. Working with Megan, my pain has decreased significantly, and I have progressed my exercises to build strength to keep the pain down. Every session, Megan listens to my concerns since the last meeting, discusses thoughtful next steps, and encourages me. I would recommend her to anyone needing a PT.Also, the office itself is in a great location and the office front desk manager and PT aides are extremely kind and helpful, as well. The whole team has made the experience as smooth as possible, and I feel lucky to have found them!Response from the ownerThat’s wonderful to hear – thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! – The team at Park Sports Physical Therapy, Brooklyn – Williamsburg ★★★★★ I love this place. Everyone is helpful, respectful, friendly, upbeat. I am in my third rd week and see improvements. I highly recommend it to anyone needing PT ★★★★★ I love this place… Paige, my Physical Therapist has been terrific. She is very professional and informative addressing my situation.This place is immaculate and the staff is warm and friendly…I’d definitely recommend Maximum Performance for your PT and Sports Rehabilitation needs….Response from the ownerHi Sue- thank you for all the positive comments about our clinic and your physical therapist Paige. We are so happy to hear that you’ve had a good experience and will recommend our services! ★★★★★ Exceptional all around from the front desk to the therapists and assistants. A very pleasant environment with professionals that really care and provide the support needed to rehab successfully. Kudos to all!Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share this review, it means so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, New Hyde Park ★★★★★ Can’t say enough great things about this place! Everyone is so kind and knowledgeable – Matthew really takes the time to listen and assess what’s bothering you, something I haven’t always experienced when seeing a PT. He helps make a care plan that is easy to follow at home & is just an all around awesome person. Highly recommend coming here for all your PT needs!Response from the ownerThat’s wonderful to hear – thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Brooklyn – Fort Greene ★★★★★ I’ve been taking my kids here for various therapy programs for a handful of months now and already the progress with my son for speech is incredible. They really enjoy the play space, so much so that my son usually has to be incentivized to leave lol The receptionist is extremely friendly and is great with the kids, and I can’t say enough about all of our wonderful therapists.Thanks for all the hard work you do you guys, the kiddos love seeing you, and you’re helping those of us without a professional therapist background to understand how to best help our kids. Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. 🙂Response from the ownerThank you April! We love helping the children in our communities! ★★★★★ I had a shoulder impingement and afterwards had a labrum surgery. Ivy team helped me a lot to recover in both cases not only with exercises but also lifting me up mentally. I specifically thank to Maria, Caroline and Alexis who took care of me. Also front desk always was so understanding when I need to cancel appt. Many thanks to this team!Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Hoboken – Midtown ★★★★★ Jason is a proactive, caring, and knowledgeable physical therapist to work with. I have been grateful for his efforts and commitment to get me back on the tennis courts at my best. This is my second stint with Excel Physical Therapy, and I am glad to have them supporting me to recuperate.Response from the ownerHi Murli – thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review! We’re very happy to hear about your experience with Jason and know that you’re back on the courts. ★★★★★ My 2nd time receiving therapy at this rehab center….for cold shoulder & knee replacement therapy. ALL staff professional, skilled & compassionate! It’s easy to see why they continually receive 5 stars. I tip my hat to Danielle, Jeremy, Jennifer & Grace & staff….they truly work well together & obvious a ‘team effort’.Response from the ownerIt’s great to hear this feedback! Thank you for taking the time to share your review! – The team at Ivy Rehab PT, Virginia Beach ★★★★★ We have been coming to ABC for 4 years for my sons cerebral palsy and hemiparesis. The therapists are knowledgeable, caring and kind. They are able to accommodate our schedule and my son has made huge progress. They are amazing!!! We love Miss Julie, Miss Sarah and Miss Sydney!Response from the ownerThank you Michelle! You have a great team! ★★★★★ Excel in Hackensack, under Brian Stinton’s leadership, is an outstanding provider of PT. The staff is highly competent and committed to helping clients improve and overcome their challenges. Highly recommended.Response from the ownerHi Steven, thanks so much for this awesome review! We’re so happy to hear about your experience with Brian and our Hackensack team. ★★★★★ I went in on 04/15/25 after having to reschedule an appointment with them.They were able to work quickly with me on the sudden schedule change which was very wonderful.The atmosphere is warm and welcoming with a small wait for your session to begin.My session began and lasted a little over a hour with PT Joshua Zajac, who was extremely supportive and diligent in understanding what issues I was having and how to work with them and build from these problems.He asked me tons of questions in a professional and respectful manner to get me started with a proper physical therapy plan and routine while also asking some casual questions to help relax me and get to know me.I left the office feeling calm, relaxed, and happy.Looking forward to visiting again!Response from the ownerWe’re so thankful for your kind words and positive review! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Norfolk – Granby ★★★★★ Aaron, Josh, and the rest of the staff–John, Chris, Michelle, Alexa, Ebony–have all been pleasant and genuinely concerned with my rehab status and well-being. I felt very comfortable talking with them and voicing any questions or concerns regarding my progress. They guided me through stretching and exercises that alleviated my condition and strengthened me. They were professional as well as personal. I felt very comfortable and well cared for, and enjoyed my time. I would highly recommend Excel!Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy, Westfield ★★★★★ I have LOVED my Park Sports experience. After trying several PT providers in the area, I can confidently say they’re the best. Emmanuel is the kindest, most professional, and empathetic scheduler. From the start, he set a friendly, helpful tone that cannot be understated, especially since I was nervous and on crutches when I first started. His flexibility and attention to detail have helped me fit several sessions into my schedule. Megan (without an h) is an excellent PT who brings friendly banter and careful, professional guidance to designing and explaining my treatment plan. She actively solicits and listens to feedback on what works for me and my body and adjusts exercises accordingly. Emilia and Tyra are equally friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful, and keep my spirits up if I have a tough day. As someone without any previous PT or extensive knowledge of my injury, they’ve helped me feel at home in my body and confidently walk again.Response from the ownerThat’s wonderful to hear – thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! – The team at Park Sports Physical Therapy, Brooklyn – Williamsburg ★★★★★ It’s been a long journey to heal my shoulder injury but Ivy Rehab is doing everything they can to get me there. Incredibly friendly and professional staff, love going here.Response from the ownerWe’re so happy to hear this feedback – thank you for choosing us! The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Brooklyn – Fort Greene ★★★★★ I came to Back in Action in acute pain and unable to walk without a cane. In just 3 months, I am pain free and walking without a cane. Also I was taught what exercises to do when my pain acts up and how to practice self-care better. We even worked on my balance!! My PT Carly was fabulous. Can’t say enough good things about this practice (clean, professional, friendly, accepts insurance, communication was great, did periodic appraisals of my condition) .. It was a great all around experience, I would highly recommend them. THANK YOU BIA, You got me my quality of life back!!!!!Response from the ownerThat’s wonderful to hear – thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! – The team at Back in Action Physical Therapy, Apex ★★★★★ Been to lots of Physical Therapy for my ankle. When you walk in you feel welcome. Stuff goes out of their way to ensure you get the treatment possible.Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words, we appreciate your feedback! – The team at Ivy Rehab for Kids, Virginia Beach! ★★★★★ I accidentally called the wrong place so I went for the initial visit.I was very impressed! Very knowledgeable and patient with me…I booked 2 weeks of visits!! I’ll follow up! 👍Response from the ownerWe value your feedback, thank you for your kind words! – The team at Ivy Rehab PT, Comstock Park ★★★★★ I saw Lauryn for a year to recover from an ACL tear, and I have nothing but great things to say! I’m feeling fully recovered. Lauryn is extremely knowledgeable, a great motivator, super kind, and very personable. I always felt like I got dedicated 1×1 attention from her. I would highly recommend her to anyone!As a whole, Ivy is great. They offer a car ride to/from appointments, their assistants are just as knowledgeable as the PTs, their equipment is in great shape, etc. They take care of all the small stuff so that you can just focus on your recovery.The best part about Ivy is their staff. They’re so friendly and positive. It’s a great motivating environment. Special shoutout to Liz at the front desk! She’s the best.Overall I would highly recommend Ivy to anyone!Response from the ownerThank you for sharing this with us! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Hoboken – Midtown js_loader
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