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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Excellent4.8★★★★★ review us on ★★★★★ Chris is a great PT. Very experienced and takes the time to listen to what you need. Wouldn’t hesitate to refer anyone that needs PT to Chris and his team!Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Caledonia ★★★★★ I’ve had appointments with everyone at this location and they all have great energy and attitudes. They all have their own approach to things while achieving your goal results. Heck even the other patients I’ve ran into are in good spirits when they arrive and leave. It’s a professionally fun time everytime I go! The whole staff is very appreciated!Response from the ownerHearing this feedback means so much to us, thank you for sharing! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Comstock Park ★★★★★ Initially apprehensive, my first PT to treat pain/soreness in hip and pelvic region and I was not disappointed. Kevin is extremely knowledgeable, patient and friendly. After just 1 appointment, Kevin was able to gently work out most, if not all, of the discomfort I’d been feeling. Much more comfortable than I had expected. Problems haven’t returned since last visit a few months ago, but I sure know where to go if they do. They are very understanding and accommodating when it comes to my schedule. My only regret is that I can only give them 5 stars. ★★★★★ I absolutely LOVE this place…I’ve had several surgeries and they helped me thru them all…and still currently attending ….Great people friendly and caring…and hard working….they get you in and put a smile on your face before you leave 🙂Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words, we appreciate your feedback! – The team at Ivy Rehab, Chesapeake – South Norfolk ★★★★★ Absolutely love the Speech and OT here! My son and daughter has learn so much and come such a long way! Best place in town for speech and OT! The staff is so friendly and awesome! Ms Shkia is our speech therapist and she is AWESOME!Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words, we appreciate your feedback! – The team at Ivy Rehab for Kids, Norfolk ★★★★★ Blue Bell is a nicely-equipped office, easy to reach, with expert, friendly therapists and staff. They make health care fun. My sessions are always enjoyable and effective.Response from the ownerWe value your feedback, thank you for your kind words! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Blue Bell – South ★★★★★ Holly was so thorough in our initial visit and it had me really impressed. Her expertise and attitude is wonderful! I’m so glad I am with this incredible team, I feel so comfortable there and am feeling better too!Response from the ownerIt’s great to hear this feedback! Thank you for taking the time to share your review! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy, West Deptford ★★★★★ Maxium Performance Physical Therapy has helped the issue with my elbow within the first 4 visits. This Therapy place is amazing. The owners James and Paige along with their staff are amazing. Their place is so clean and spacious. Thank you all for taking great care of my ailmentsResponse from the ownerHi Maria ! We are happy that your elbow is feeling better and that you are happy with the service we have provided thus far ! 🙂 ★★★★★ I came to Northern Physical Therapy because of Vertigo which I had never had before. Lisa was so knowledgeable & helped me feel comfortable, she took the time to explain what was going on & showed me how we could fix it. She helped me out tremendously! Sherry at the front is so sweet & always has a smile when walking through the door. I would highly recommend Northern Physical Therapy for sure! ★★★★★ I had an excellent experience here! I’ve been in and out of PT for the better part of a decade, and working with Matt and his team was hands down the most-personalized and attentive process I’ve expereinced. Hopefully won’t need any PT for future injuries, but if I do, I’ll be going here.Response from the ownerThank you so much for sharing your thoughts, we appreciate you! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Brooklyn – Fort Greene ★★★★★ Wonderful therapy experience after my total knee replacement. I had a few set backs and Lori, Dave, Rudy and the team got me right back on track. The care, compassion, and knowledge shown by everyone there is beyond compare.Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share this review, it means so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Barnegat ★★★★★ I had an outstanding experience with Connie Darrow and all of the staff at Ivy Rehab Princeton. I had a totally personalized routine and as my therapist learned about more of my future goals (biking, skiing, etc.) she adapted my program to help prepare me for them. Front office staff were also excellent, very flexible with scheduling, and great communicators when there were issues with local traffic or illnesses. I will definitely be going back if I need more PT in the future!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, Princeton ★★★★★ My experience with Ivyrehab was phenomenal.. The attention to detail was spectacular.My physical therapists mission statement , was to get me back to a quality of life. Again thank you. Bill Walker Jr.Response from the ownerHearing this feedback means so much to us – thank you for sharing! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Bala Cynwyd – North ★★★★★ I love Ivy. They truly care about your progress. Everyone I’ve worked with thus far has been kind, knowledgeable, and personable. I would definitely recommend this place for PT.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, Kokomo ★★★★★ The staff here is very helpful. I truly appreciate both Amy’s. I would definitely recommend this facility to friends & family. This is my 3rd time back.Response from the ownerWe really appreciate you taking the time to leave us this 5-star review! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Bala Cynwyd – North ★★★★★ Ivy Rehab in canton is fantastic!! It is evident that Kristyn is passionate and dedicated to providing the utmost care for children who attend therapy here. I highly recommend this location!Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share this review, it means so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab for Kids, Canton ★★★★★ When I first came the energy was incredible from the receptionist to the staff. Pam, Kate, Fiona thank you so much for making this experience amazing. Every single person is so kind and very helpful! My back pains got so much better. I highly recommend this place!!!!!!!! I can’t thank you enough! I’m sad to be done but it was soooooo worth it!Response from the ownerThank you for sharing this with us! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Willingboro ★★★★★ I had a great experience at Ivy Rehab on Washington as I was rehabbing an ankle injury. The whole staff from the front desk to the aides and physical therapists were very kind and friendly.Lauryn was a great physical therapist and was able to pin-point my pain areas. She was able to develop and modify exercises that helped speed along my healing process. I would definitely recommend using Ivy Rehab going forward.Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words; we appreciate your feedback! – 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. ★★★★★ Have been to many Physical Therapist’s over the years. Zach by far has impressed me with his level of knowledge and understanding of his field. I too work in the medical field and have much respect for his professionalism and rapport he has established with my daughter regarding her sports injury. He has really listened to her even at 16 and valued what has impacted her regarding her injury and targeted her plan to helping her achieve her goals and it’s working!!Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab PT, Comstock Park ★★★★★ Liz is great! I’m a fan. She works hard with my daughter and I really appreciate her help and Occupational Therapy expertise. She’s helping her reach the next levels and we are grateful for her dedication, patience and skills. ABC pediatrics is a great place and I highly recommend. The other staff members I’ve encountered have also been great. We’re excited for speech therapy as well – in the near future ✌️🎼🙌😀👏👏👏☯️Response from the ownerThank you for your kind words; we appreciate your feedback! – The team at ABC Pediatric Therapy – Milford js_loader
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