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