What Is Hand Therapy?
A hand therapist is an occupational or physical therapist who treats people with problems affecting their hands or upper extremities. A hand therapist can help with before surgery, post-surgery, or non-surgical treatment. Some hand specialists may have a certification, which makes them Certified Hand Therapists.
After graduating from an accredited program and passing a national exam, a therapist will gain a license to practice in their state. Some states require a license to practice, but that is not always the case. After graduating, a hand therapist must have no less than three years of experience and four thousand hours of hand therapy practice. Along with that, they must also pass a certification exam that gives them a five-year license.
Why Do You Need Hand Therapy?
If you live an active lifestyle, your job is very physically demanding, or you sit at a desk all day hacking away at a keyboard, you may need a hand therapist in the future. Most people who work at an office at a desk all day will most likely experience the negative side effects of carpal tunnel syndrome. A job that requires you to constantly use your hands for carrying heavy objects will have the same effect on a person as well. Unfortunately, constant activity can lead to major injuries. Even if you don’t feel discomfort, but you live one of these lifestyles listed above, you may still have this problem. Get checked out today, just to be safe!
What Injuries and Illnesses Does Hand Therapy Treat?
Long Island hand therapy can be extremely beneficial for a number of different conditions, here are just some of them:
Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
Ganglion Cyst
Tennis Elbow
Hand Pain
Repetitive Motion Disorder
Trigger Finger
Golders Elbow
De Quervains Tenosynovitis
Dupuytren’s Contracture
Sprains, Dislocation, and Fractures
Burns and Wounds
Amputations
Fine Motor Skill Deficiencies
Arthritis
How Can Hand in Hand help?
Here at Hand in Hand, a Long Island hand therapy, we specialize in treating shoulders, elbows, wrists, and hands. The treatment sessions we provide are commonly one-on-one, to provide the most attention for our patients. We also offer pediatric care for younger patients, as well as patients with special abilities/needs. If you are looking for a good Long Island hand therapy doctor, look no further. To book an appointment or to learn more, visit our website today!!