The value and use of our hands is priceless and any loss of function through accident, disease, or injury may have a devastating effect on an individual. We know that you want the very best of treatment to assure maximal recovery. At FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers our Occupational Therapists (OT) have knowledge and experience in direct hand therapy practices.
Our Occupational Therapists treat:
- Amputations (Traumatic and Non-Traumatic)
- Arthritis
- Burns
- Congenital anomalies
- Crush injuries
- Fractures
- Dislocations
- Nerve damage
- Tendon injuries & lacerations
- Overuse syndromes and repetitive strain injuries
Hand therapy concentrates on the following areas:
- Prevention of dysfunction
- Restoration of function
- Reversal of the progression of the pathology
Splinting
Our OT is able to fabricate numerous custom splints right on site. You will also receive an excellent education in the proper use and maintenance of your splint to ensure maximum benefit and recovery.
Our custom splints are designed to assist:
- Congenital deformities
- Decrease muscle tone (for children with Cerebral Palsy, traumatic brain injury, neurological injury)
- Increase range of motion (movement)
- Increase stability of affected joints
- Maintain functional position
- Post-surgical needs or positioning
Custom splints:
- Boutonniere Deformity
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- CMC Supports
- Crush Injuries
- DeQuervain's Tenosynovitis
- Dupuytren's Contracture
- Elbow Fractures
- Flexion Contractures
- Mallet Finger
- Metacarpal Fractures
- Severe Tendon Injuries
- Swan Neck Deformity
- Trigger Finger
- Wrist Fractures
