Hand Therapy
Hand Therapy is a type of rehabilitation performed by an occupational therapist on patients with conditions affecting the hands and upper extremities
Every patient's treatment program is individually designed by a therapist in accordance with the patient's medical and personal history, the diagnosis and the length of recovery for the condition.
All therapy is performed by an occupational therapist with a high degree of specialization that requires continuing education and most often advanced certification. The experienced, professional staff at Benefis Therapy Center assists patients in achieving maximum functional use of the injured extremity and returning them to a productive lifestyle quickly. A prescription for Occupational Therapy is required from a Physician.
Conditions treated:
- Brachial plexus injuries
- Burns
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Complex Region Pain Syndrome
- Crush injuries
- Cumulative trauma disorders and tendinitis
- Dupuytren's contracture release
- Fractures and dislocations
- Sprains
- Tendon repairs
- Peripheral nerve injuries
Program includes treatment in the following areas:
- Coordination and Dexterity
- Edema reduction
- Daily activities and functional hand use
- Muscle strengthening and endurance
- Modalities (biofeedback, contrast baths, electrical stimulation, fluid-therapy, paraffin bath, ultrasound, whirlpool)
- Orthotic fabrication (protective, corrective or functional; static or dynamic)
- Range of motion
- Sensibility (desensitization and sensory re-education)
- Scar management
- Work simulation
- Wound care
