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 ★★★★★ I recently finished a successful course of physical therapy for my shoulder with Victoria. She’s very professional and discharged me with a good program of therapy to do at home to keep building strength. I found all the staff to be very capable and pleasant. Had some billing issues with the back office that were frustrating for a few weeks, but then resolved. My husband used Ivy Rehab a few years ago for rehab after Achilles tendon surgery and likewise had a great result. Highly recommend.Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Briarcliff Manor ★★★★★ I’ve been in the medical field my entire career, and I know a great Physical Therapist when I see one. Kevin is one of the best I’ve been around. He is detail-oriented, dependable, and a great listener. He customizes your treatment plan based on how you are doing individually. He does not just stick to a set rehab protocol because it worked for someone else. He consistently varies your program based on the metrics you meet and from what you are telling him. He is friendly, unassuming, sympathetic and supportive. ★★★★★ I have recovered from hip surgery. I went to ivy rehab, I want to express my gratitude to Vance, Jessica, aisha, Chris and the entire staff. they are complete professionals and I attribute much of my progress to their knowledge and guidance. thank you all!Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to leave such thoughtful feedback – we’re grateful! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – New Hyde Park  ★★★★★ Outstanding group of PT specialist helped me through a successful knee replacement recovery. Tyler and Brie tailored a program that was easy to follow and provided great support along the way. Tyler was the only specialist my surgeon recommended and for good reason!! Thanks guys.Response from the ownerThank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Conshohocken ★★★★★ I goofed when filling out the first survey form you sent me! Eric at the Knotbreak Location in Salem was a great therapist! He has a great sense of humor and put me at ease on day 1. I would recommend LT to anyone…they know what they’re doing! I also worked with Kelli, TJ, Chris and Marly, but Eric was the main one who worked with me. My back and I thank you very much! 💯😊Response from the ownerWe value your feedback, thank you for your kind words! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy – Westfield – East Broad St ★★★★★ Grateful to Ivy and especially to the therapist Alex. I am dealing with vertigo, balance and related vestibular issues. Medical Doctors have not been able to provide meaningful relief. I went through two attempts at vestibular therapy with little progress.Alex took a proactive approach to my issues. He set a goal “Bullet Proof Vestibular System.” His accumulated knowledge, his thoroughness and professionalism are making an enormous difference in my life.I have not experienced a sever attack in at least 90 days. I feel much safer in my daily activities. I completed the course of therapy with a list of exercises designed by Alex, personalized for me, to maintain and improve my progress.Ivy and Alex in particular have my highest recommendation.Response from the ownerWe’re so thankful for your kind words and positive review! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Somerset ★★★★★ Brian has helped me for many years with my knee(s) and osteoporosis. Excel is very professional and has a wonderful support staff. I highly recommend them to anyone who needs physical therapy. It’s helped me tremendously. Thank you so much for all that you do to help everyone.Response from the ownerThank you for taking the time to share this review, it means so much! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy – Hackensack – University Plaza ★★★★★ 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. ★★★★★ The people at this location are simply amazing! We’ve been going here for awhile now and my daughter has improved in so many areas. Im very grateful for our amazing experience at Ivy Rehab for Kids.Response from the ownerThat’s wonderful to hear – thank you so much for sharing your feedback with us! – The team at Ivy Rehab for Kids, Virginia Beach – Princess Anne ★★★★★ 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 ★★★★★ I’ve been coming to this office twice a week for the past few months for shoulder rehab after a snowboarding injury, and the whole team has been amazing! Megan, my physical therapist, has done an incredible job helping me strengthen my shoulder and manage instability. Emilia has also been fantastic in guiding me through the exercises. Everyone here is friendly, professional, and truly invested in their patients’ recovery. Highly recommend!Response from the ownerThank you for sharing this with us! – The team at Park Sports Physical Therapy, Brooklyn – Williamsburg ★★★★★ I started PT with Steve Siegel 4 months after my spine surgery. Steve designed a PT program with care and consideration for my pain. As important, Steve gave me lifetime habits for better posture, proper rising from a chair, and safe picking things up. Steve is an extraordinary coach. The whole staff felt like family. ★★★★★ Had a great experience. I was having issues with a sprained ankle from a few months ago and the team showed me exercises to help heal it properly. Saw a vast improvement in just a month.Response from the ownerYour kind review made our day – thank you so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Bala Cynwyd – North ★★★★★ Love, love, love! I’ve never had a bad experience. Coming here for about 2 years now and 2 of my kids go. We come 5 times a week total, so we are here a lot. Everyone is ALWAYS friendly and helpful. I honestly couldn’t recommend them more and I’ve never been so sure of giving 5 stars. From the front desk to every therapist and everyone behind the scenes, thank, thank you, so much!Response from the ownerThank you so much for you kind words Liz!! We love helping your family! ★★★★★ This is my first time here, and I am impressed by their service. I was warmly welcomed by the staff. Everyone was nice. The service was perfect. Highly recommended.Response from the ownerWe’re so happy to hear this feedback – thank you for choosing us! The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Bala Cynwyd – North ★★★★★ This facility is a warm place to be. All the staff there are professional and welcoming. They not only treat patients as a just a job but also is really want them getting better. They will try many ways to help the patient to recover. They are the life saver for the patient. If we all move better, we feel better!Response from the ownerThanks for the excellent rating! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Norfolk – Granby ★★★★★ The entire staff was so welcoming and very professional. Thank you for making me feel comfortable . Shout out to the ladies at the front desk, Kida and Sheniyah My physical therapist, AK, professional and knowledgeable! It’s just a great atmosphere!Response from the ownerHearing this feedback means so much to us, thank you for sharing! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Naperville ★★★★★ I have had the opportunity to work with Chandree, Donny, and Amanda. They are all very nice and true professionals. I have mainly worked with Chandree. His exercises and leg massages are very helpful. My legs feel much better when I am leaving, than when I first come in. I have been to other rehab places, for other issues. Ivyrehab in Naperville is 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 – Naperville  ★★★★★ I had wonderful experience with the two best therapists, Dr. Brian Guardado and Dr. Brian Karl. They both are very knowledgeable and very caring, gave all the cares I needed for my fractured lower leg. I cannot express my gratitude enough to thank both of them. Awesome staffs and awesome therapists, I will recommend this place to anyone who comes across me. Best wishes to Savanna for her upcoming PT program.Response from the ownerIt’s always wonderful to hear such kind feedback , we appreciate you! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Indian Trail ★★★★★ This five star review is due to our Speech Therapist Irene. She took what was a very stressful situation and turned it into what felt like a more positive journey. Our son worked with her and has made so much progress. Very grateful to her!Response from the ownerThank you for the fantastic rating, we’re so grateful! – The team at Ivy Rehab for Kids – North Wales ★★★★★ My physical therapy is going great. The staff is very professional and really know what they’re doing. Danielle and Jenna are amazing and I am totally confident my recovery will be successful under their care.Response from the ownerYour kind review made our day, thank you so much! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy – Cresskill js_loader
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