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 ★★★★★ Everyone here is professional, personable, patient and knowledgeable. I went in with an ankle injury and Dr. Aaron created a tailored plan for my recovery. The team adapted my plan as I improved and even treated other injuries in my knee and back. They responded quickly via the app and were flexible whenever I needed to reschedule. If I ever need PT again I will definitely go back. Also, shout-out to Josh for spending dozens of hours getting me set up with exercises! He and Dr. Aaron also have the best sports trivia and have a unique way of making all their patients feel comfortable from day one. Thank you!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, Westfield ★★★★★ My experience at ivyrehab was great. Nannette is awesome she helped me as easier way possible. I was waiting for my daughter’s speech and other therapies forever until i met Nannette she made is possible for me. Thank you. You are amazing.Response from the ownerWe value your feedback, thank you for your kind words! – The team at Ivy Rehab for Kids, Newark ★★★★★ I have been a patient of Ivy Rehab for the treatment of several orthopaedic ailments. In all of those instances, the team at Ivy has been terrific. They are friendly, knowledgeable and skilled at administering treatment to get me better. When I have a need for PT they are my first and only choice.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, Hoboken – Midtown ★★★★★ 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 ★★★★★ Amazing facility with amazing staff. Nothing like taking your child to a place where they go out of their way to make your family feel at home and help your family grow. Thank you ABC!!Response from the ownerThank you so much for your positive feedback, it means the world to us! – The team at ABC Pediatric Therapy, West Chester Township ★★★★★ I am so happy to have found Meryl and Ivy Rehab. She is amazing with so much energy and such a positive attitude. For the first time in a long time, I feel optimistic that I will be able to effectively manage lower back pain. I can’t recommend highly enough.Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Philadelphia – Center City ★★★★★ Had an incredible time with Excel Physical therapy staff in KOP, Catherine was incredibly helpful with my progress there in a short amount of time! Would recommend to anyone!Response from the ownerThank you! We are excited to hear about your progress and the positive experience you had at our KOP clinic. ★★★★★ Had a fantastic experience working with Megan, Emilia, and Emmanuel! Megan quickly helped me recover from my calf injury and was happy to support any residual peripheral issues. Always a good vibe at Park Sports!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 ★★★★★ The team at Ivy Rehab in King of Prussia is great! Everyone is very welcoming, easy to talk to, and knowledgeable. They made PT an enjoyable experience.Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab, King of Prussia! ★★★★★ From the moment you walk in, thank you Shannon, to the moment you walk out you are cared for!Mike Haas gets to know you on an individual level and your rehab needs and goals, and with his vast medical knowledge you are in great hands here.I will be sharing his business card with my Dr who did my TKR so all of his patients can get the correct rehab care that is needed. No need to feel worried about rehab with Mike!5 stars is NOT enough but all I could give :)TKR #2 here…. Obviously it was not even a second thought here as to who I would entrust my rehab with.Dr. Mike’s care is still as outstanding as it was with my first TKR in 2023. His knowledge of his industry and his gentle touch brought me back for round two!Rehab with Dr. Mike is truly a pleasure and even if insurance did not pay I would still see him and pay out of pocket.And I can’t forget Shannon, the first point of contact greeting you with that beautiful smile. Thank you both for making my journey amazing!Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Indian Trail ★★★★★ Everyone at this office is great! They are efficient with timing everyone’s individualized exercises.No wait time. Today was my first visit, but I am very impressed by the care I was given!Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Rhinebeck ★★★★★ I am so impressed with all the support and attention that I received from the team at ivy rehab in south Norfolk. Jamie , Cierra and Kat were the best. I had a double knee replacement and the helped me y get back on my feet and back to my normal routine in no time. I was so thankful for them all and would recommend them to anyone that need help getting back to their normal routine. Thanks so muck guy you aer all the best.Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to leave such thoughtful feedback, we’re grateful! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Chesapeake – South Norfolk  ★★★★★ This place is amazing! Came in a couple of months after my CDF surgery. Neck and upper back were really stiff and working at a desk all day wasn’t helping. After seeing Dr. Cosimo Carrieri for a couple of sessions I regained so much mobility with my neck. Staff is very kind and they always make sure you’re okay. Can’t recommend this location enough.Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share this review, it means so much! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy, Hackensack ★★★★★ Great team, super helpful routine. I was able to resolve my TMJ issues completely! So impressed and grateful. Ross, Christian and Tracy are awesome!!!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, Philadelphia – Center City ★★★★★ Best PT place out there that I have been to. I’ve been to multiple PT places and never got the same care as I did here. Front desk is always attentive and scheduling me out and catering my summer trips. Dr. Brian is amazing with his electricity dry needling. Needle guru!!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 – Indian Trail ★★★★★ This entire office is filled with amazing women who truly love what they do, and it shows every single day. From the front desk staff—who always greet us with a smile and go above and beyond to help or adjust our schedule—to the speech therapists we don’t even work with one-on-one, everyone there is incredible. They are kind, welcoming, and truly caring. Not only do they treat my son, who is a patient there, with so much love and attention, but they also show the same kindness to his little brother, who isn’t even a patient. I can’t recommend this place enough. We are so grateful and blessed to have found such a supportive and compassionate environment at Ivy Rehab for Kids.Response from the ownerThank you for sharing this with us! – The team at Ivy Rehab for Kids – North Wales ★★★★★ Sherry and Lisa are great. I came in with multiple ailments several weeks ago and they’ve been helping me a ton. I love the positive atmosphere and great customer service. I’d highly recommend this PT office. ★★★★★ Great therapists! Quite attentive and continuosly comes around to check on your status and response to the activities that they are requiring you to attempt.Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Willingboro ★★★★★ ABC Pediatric Therapy is amazing! They are so caring, patient, understanding, and supportive through my baby girl’s PT and helping her with her gross motor skills. Jon Ross is awesome and we highly recommend him! He is always so compassionate and caring and focused on developing a therapy plan specific to our daughter and she has done great and is now caught up with her peers! We cannot thank him enough for the time and effort he has shown to us. This place is wonderful!Response from the ownerThank you for the fantastic rating, we’re so grateful! – The team at ABC Pediatric Therapy – Miamisburg ★★★★★ Ivy Rehab Monroe is amazing! My 8 year old was treated and Matt Fleming and his staff could not have been better. They were so kind and patient with her, and they explained everything to us in detail that was easy to follow and understand. My daughter excelled so well in their care, she graduated her treatment a few appointments early. I will be suggesting Ivy Rehab Monroe to everyone I know and will use them again in the future if ever needed!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, Monroe ★★★★★ 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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