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What techniques does a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) use to help you achieve your best recovery from an injury?
Some commonly used treatments that a CHT may use to help you achieve your best recovery from a hand or upper extremity injury may include:
Assessment of the Injury or Condition
Custom Orthotic Fabrication/Splinting
Ergonomic Education
Home Program Instruction, Exercise Programs
Joint Protection Technique Training and Adaptive Equipment Education
Management of Swelling, Edema and Inflammation
Modalities to Enhance Healing, Minimize Inflammation, Reduce Pain - such as:
Electrical Stimulation
Heat & Cold Application
Iontophoresis
Paraffin Bath
Ultrasound
Whirlpool, Fluidotherapy
Range of Motion, Regaining Mobility
Scar Management
Strengthening
Therapeutic Taping
Wound Care
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