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 ★★★★★ Kevin is the absolute best physical therapist I have been to in my life!! I would give him a 100 star review if I could. I first met Kevin after a shoulder injury that required surgery. Kevin is very respectful, super smart, compassionate and kind. I have a complicated back with a congenital deformity and have had a spinal fusion. I have seen many physical therapists over the years and no one has been able to help me like Kevin. He is always quick to see me if my back needs some “tweaking”. His desire to help is genuine and he cares for you as a person, not just a patient. You won’t find another team like Ivy Rehab! ★★★★★ I’ve been dealing with severe tailbone pain for several years and had seen 6 or 7 different doctors and therapists with no relief when I finally found Back in Action. The therapists there were welcoming and knowledgeable and Hannah worked so hard finding many different strategies until she finally found the root of my issue and created a treatment plan. I can finally sit for long periods of time without crippling pain! She is so gifted, kind, thoughtful and creative and I’m so glad to have found her! ★★★★★ My second time around (for different problems). Chris and staff areknowledgable and dedicated to patients. In addition, they are nice people to work with. Definitely, will recommend Ivy. ★★★★★ This place is a true answer to prayer. I cannot a more professional or skilled center. They meet your child where he/she is, the therapists exude a true love of children, and the front desk personnel are top notch. There is no place we would rather have in our corner than ABC In Beavercreek.Response from the ownerThank you for the kind review. We are so happy to hear about your success. ★★★★★ Truly the best place for physical therapy. Super fun, knowledgeable and caring staff. I started in November barely able to turn my neck, and today I have absolutely no problem.Response from the ownerWe value your feedback, thank you for your kind words! – The team at Park Sports Physical Therapy, Brooklyn ★★★★★ Absolutely loved my time at Ivy Rehab. I was in PT for almost 5 months with Dan for my neck and lower back. I’ve had so much improvement and I graduated yesterday! Before coming here, I hated PT and never really believed in it. But it makes all the difference when you to a great PT that truly listens to your problems and does everything he can to help. I’ve learned so many things that will help me in the long run. I would recommend this place to anyone- especially the therapist Dan!!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 Physical Therapy, King of Prussia ★★★★★ Big thanks to Jenna and all the staff and therapists at ABC Pediatric Therapy! Jenna and team provided the best care to my son during his time there and were so helpful in building his strength and balance and increasing his confidence. Everyone was so welcoming, friendly and a joy to talk to during each session. I truly appreciate all the support, guidance and care they provided. It takes a special, caring person to do what they do and the team at ABC is just that!Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share this review, it means so much! – The team at ABC Pediatric Therapy, Beavercreek ★★★★★ Hello everyone anyone that is trying to get therapy I have went to Ivy and omg the best place ever I felt so good and comfortable there the staffs was awesome super caring they talk to you they show compassion in in ur pain Amanda is so awesome and so fantastic jack he is so great terry she makes you feel so welcome when u first come in such a beautiful personality, Scott he’s my driver and he is so funny and caring and awesome and the rest of the staffs are amazingly amazing I watch them take care of there patients very well and it’s like one big happy family I just wanna say I love you guys keep up the great work Yall are what teams are made of ♥️❤️💯🫡Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share this review, it means so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Philadelphia ★★★★★ Outstanding Physical Therapy Experience for Lower Back TreatmentI recently completed about 10 sessions at Ivy Rehab in Naperville, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the professionalism and friendliness of the staff.My treatment involved working with three exceptional therapists: Maria, Karissa, and Shika. Each brought their unique expertise and dedication to my recovery, making every session highly effective and personalized. They took the time to understand my specific issues and tailored their approaches accordingly. They all had a great sense of humor and were a lot of fun to work with.A highlight of my treatment was experiencing dry needling for the first time. I was initially apprehensive, but Maria’s expertise and gentle approach made it a surprisingly pleasant and hugely successful part of my therapy. The relief I felt after just a few sessions was incredible. I was up and walking within hours.Overall, the team at Ivy Rehab provided top-notch care that significantly improved my lower back condition. Their combined knowledge, skill, and compassionate care made all the difference. I highly recommend this office to anyone in need of physical therapy and not just lower back.Thank you, Maria, Karissa, Shika, Hamza and Melissa, for your outstanding service!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 Physical Therapy, Naperville ★★★★★ Connie has been a great help with the healing of my knee. She has lots of patience and answers all my questions. I feel very comfortable with sharing my progress with her knowing she is always very encouraging. Great experience 👍Response from the ownerThank you so much for your positive feedback, it means the world to us! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Princeton ★★★★★ I highly recommend Excel Physical Therapy. The physical therapists are kind and caring and take time to listen to your problem. The therapists, as well as the aides, care very much about your progress and work hard to help you reach your goals. It is a great place and I would definitely recommend if you are looking for quality health care!!Response from the ownerThank you, Debbie! We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. ★★★★★ I’ve been going for a torn ACL and meniscus pre and post op pretty much since this office opened. Matt has great “bedside manner” and is very patient and knowledgeable, and the staff are very kind and helpful, all of which has been great for recovery. I don’t recommend tearing your ACL but I do recommend this place!Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share this review, it means so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Brooklyn – Fort Greene ★★★★★ I was diagnosed with benign positional vertigo, Matt was professional, efficient and most of all, very knowledgeable about my ailment. He affirmed what the problem was and did the proper maneuver and fixed it on the first try. I would highly recommend PTW to anyone who needs rehab. I felt horrible for 10 days, now I feel reborn. ★★★★★ I went to Ivy to gain my range of motion back after having surgery. It was a great experience. My knee is back to normal and feels great. Denise awesome, made me feel comfortable and really cares, and it shows. I’ll be back for any problems I have in the future. Thanks so much! 😊👍Response from the ownerThank you so much for sharing your thoughts, we appreciate you! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Grand Blanc ★★★★★ I recently had the pleasure of receiving treatment at Ivy Granby Physical Therapy, and I couldn’t be more satisfied with my experience. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warmth and professionalism by the front desk staff. They made the check-in process seamless and were always ready to answer any questions I had.The therapists at Ivy Granby are truly exceptional. They took the time to understand my specific needs and tailored a treatment plan that was both effective and manageable. Their expertise and dedication were evident in every session. I felt genuinely cared for and supported throughout my recovery journey.The facility itself is clean, well-equipped, and designed to create a comfortable and welcoming environment. The attention to detail in maintaining a hygienic space was particularly reassuring.Overall, Ivy Granby Physical Therapy exceeded my expectations in every way. I highly recommend their services to anyone in need of physical therapy. Their compassionate approach and commitment to patient care make them a standout choice. Thank you, Ivy Granby team, for helping me get back on my feetResponse from the ownerWe’re thrilled to see your 5-star review – thank you so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Norfolk – Granby ★★★★★ I recently found ABC Pediatric Therapy about 1 month ago for my son who is 12 and autistic. He has been doing well so far and is doing better each time that he goes. His therapist Ms. Carrie is awesome and is making sure that he is learning things that he will have to do in his everyday life as he gets older. I am grateful for them and I know that with him continuing to go he will only get better and better. My son had attended other places for therapy but ABC Pediatric Therapy is the BEST!!! ★★★★★ I recently had the pleasure of receiving exceptional customer service from the team at Ivy Rehab. Brooklyn, Kyle, Emily, and Haley were incredibly helpful and went above and beyond to ensure a positive experience. Their knowledge, professionalism, and friendly demeanor made the entire process seamless and stress-free. I also enjoyed interacting with other clients while working through my physical therapy. I highly recommend Ivy Rehab for their outstanding customer service and dedication to their clients.Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Comstock Park ★★★★★ I cannot express how thrilled I am with the quality of service at this practice. Danielle, Kelly, Grace, and everybody I worked with was of the highest echelon of professionalism, knowledge, manners, and friendliness. Not to mention, I went in there a tense, painful mess. A few months later, I walked out with not only healed injuries but a healed self image. I am still working on maintenance of my injuries that I went in there for (we have some more work to do) but thanks to the crew at this location I am definitely armed with the proper tools for the job.I cannot stress enough; THIS IS THE PLACE TO CHOOSE FOR YOUR PHYSICAL THERAPY. 🙌😫😭👍👍👍👍👍EDIT!Hurt myself AGAIN this year, 2023. Yet again, Danielle and her team worked on and taught me the methods to heal my injuries. I am now back doing Shaolin Kung Fu and Hot Yoga at max capability thanks to the Ivy Rehab team. From out of commission to 110% thanks to Danielle, Katie, and Jeremy.Response from the ownerThank you for sharing this with us! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Virginia Beach – Kempsville ★★★★★ Ever since I’ve started my body has felt amazing the people are friendly and welcoming I love this place has helped my body feeling some what normal againResponse from the ownerHearing this feedback means so much to us – thank you for sharing! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Monroe ★★★★★ Extremely good at what they do. John runs the show, and quite frankly, seems smarter than most doctors I’ve been to. Aaron is the heart of the place giving 100% in getting you where you need to be in rehab. Josh is the MVP, as he always makes you feel like a VIP. While it’s unfortunate I’ve had to go for PT for so long due to my physical ailments I’m very fortunate to have found this specific Excel and these folks.Response from the ownerThank you for sharing this with us! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy, Westfield ★★★★★ Great group of people. I can’t say enough about how much Abhishek helped me recover from my injuries. I move and feel better than I ever remember feeling . I am very excited to get back to my regular activities and see what I can accomplish now. Thank you !!!Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Kokomo js_loader
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