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Occupational/Hand
Therapy Evaluations
On every patient’s first visit he or she is evaluated by a CHT to determine the plan of care. Goals are discussed with each patient and a treatment program is established.
Occupational/Hand Therapy Evaluations
On every patient’s first visit he or she is evaluated by a CHT to determine the plan of care. Goals are discussed with each patient and a treatment program is established. Evaluations will include an assessment, fabrication of custom orthosis as needed, short treatment session and development of a plan of care. A home exercise program will also be reviewed with the patient.
Upper Extremity
Custom Orthoses
The CHT will fabricate custom orthoses for the elbow, wrist or hand to protect, immobilize or mobilize an injured body part based on doctor’s orders, injury type and goals.
Upper Extremity Custom Orthoses
The CHT will fabricate custom orthoses for the elbow, wrist or hand to protect, immobilize or mobilize an injured body part based on doctor’s orders, injury type and goals. At times a prefabricated orthosis will be fit on patient and the patient will be instructed in a wearing schedule.
Modalities
Therapeutic modalities are treatments that cause a change to the body. They assist in the healing process of injuries – including moist heat, ice, ultrasound and electrical stimulation.
Modalities
Therapeutic modalities are treatments that cause a change to the body. They assist in the healing process of injuries. Some modalities used in the therapy clinic include moist heat, ice, ultrasound and electrical stimulation. Other modalities used at FHT are fluidotherapy, paraffin treatments and contrast baths.
Edema Control Methods
After many injuries inflammation occurs that requires attention. The simplest form of edema control is elevation. Patients are taught to elevate the injured extremity…
Edema Control Methods
After many injuries inflammation occurs that requires attention. The simplest form of edema control is elevation. Patients are taught to elevate the injured extremity as well as use of ice and/or compression garments to reduce inflammation. As needed the referring physician may prescribe anti-inflammatory medication.
Scar Management
Post operative scars and scars from trauma can cause restrictions in ROM , pain and sensory changes. Patients are instructed in scar massage…
Scar Management
Post operative scars and scars from trauma can cause restrictions in ROM , pain and sensory changes. Patients are instructed in scar massage and may be issued scar pads or tape to assist in scar healing.
Therapeutic Activities
Active and Passive ROM exercises are utilized in the clinic to improve motion to the upper extremity. Weights, machines and exercise equipment are used to improve…
Therapeutic Activities
Active and Passive ROM exercises are utilized in the clinic to improve motion to the upper extremity. Weights, machines and exercise equipment are used to improve strength following injury or disease. Activities of daily living are incorporated into a patient’s treatment program to promote ADL independence, overall endurance and functional strength to independently perform their self-care as well as work duties.
Sensory Re-education
Following many upper extremity injuries sensation is affected. Therapy may include desensitization activities or sensory re-education…
Sensory Re-education
Following many upper extremity injuries, sensation is affected. Therapy may include desensitization activities or sensory re-education techniques to decrease a patient’s complaints of numbness, tingling or burning, to decrease hypersensitivity, improve tolerance to touch and prevent further injury to arm/hand.
Wound Care
Wounds caused from burns, trauma, infections or surgery can be treated in the hand clinic with whirlpool baths, cleansing, debridement and dressing…
Wound Care
Wounds caused by burns, trauma, infections or surgery can be treated in the hand clinic with whirlpool baths, cleansing, debridement and dressing changes to assist in tissue healing. The patient is often instructed in wound care to perform at home.
HEP Instruction
Each patient is given a home exercise program determined by their diagnosis and symptoms. This could include, but is not limited to, range of motion…
HEP Instruction
Each patient is given a home exercise program determined by their diagnosis and symptoms. This could include, but is not limited to, range of motion exercises, strengthening, scar management, edema control methods and orthosis wear schedules.
OUR MISSION
Our mission is to help our patients attain the highest degree of recovery from upper extremity illness or injury while maintaining a very personalized, friendly clinic atmosphere. We provide specialized physical rehabilitation programs for individuals with elbow, wrist and hand injuries. Our goal is for clients to return to work and resume leisure and daily living activities as quickly as possible.
