Physical and occupational therapists who, through advanced study, specialize in rehabilitating patients with problems affecting the hands and upper extremities. The hand therapist works with the patient throughout their course of rehabilitation starting sometimes within days of the injury/surgery and continuing through return to work or a productive life-style. Grand Island Physical Therapy is staffed by certified hand therapists.

Specialized Services Include:

• Customized splints/orthotics static or dynamic
• Exercise/strengthening
• Modalities
• Functional training
• Industry consultation
• Ergonomics training
• Work-site analysis
• Injury prevention

Specific Protocols for Diagnoses (Including but not limited to):

• CTS/release
• Fractures of elbow, wrist or hand
• Cumulative trauma disorders such as: tendonitis, DeQuervain's, tenosynovitis
• Tendon injury and repair
• Burns
• Traumatic amputation and hand injury
• RA-join protection and post-operatively
• RSD
• Nerve compressions, palsies

 Injury Prevention Education

• Causes of injuries
• Back anatomy & physiology
• Postural correction
• Lifting techniques
• Exercise activities of daily living
• First aid and treatment of injuries

Pre-Placement Assessment

• 45 minute protocol
• Same day reporting
• Identification of functional capacity
• Promote job site productivity

Work Site Analysis

• Safe objective report of work facilities
• Recommendations for safe working conditions
• Same day reporting

Evaluation, Treatment and Consultation Available
Call today for additional information!
Mary Walsh-Sterup, OTR/L, CHT
Del Friesen, OTR/L, CHT