Hand Therapy is the evaluation and treatment of individuals with conditions affecting any portion of the upper limb, including the hand, wrist, elbow or shoulder girdle (clavicle and scapula aka shoulder blade). A qualified hand therapist can effectively assist and manage patients with preventative care, post-surgical rehabilitation, non-operative treatments, and work related ergonomics and body mechanic modifications. Preventative care provides therapeutic intervention to treat dysfunction, restore the loss of function, heal injuries, and reverse or reduce the progression of pathology (diseases).
Typical conditions of the upper extremity treated using hand physical therapy include:
• patients with crush injuries,
• tendon and/or ligament lacerations/repairs,
• tendinopathies,
• peripheral nerve disorders,
• fractures/dislocations,
• upper extremity impairment
• sports-related syndromes,
• autoimmune disorders,
• neurological conditions,
• pain,
• diabetes,
• focal dystonia,
• congenital anomalies,
• psychogenic disorders,
• small fingertip injuries,
• and replanted extremities.
Limited usage of the upper extremity can be life altering by interfering with work or tasks at home. Scheduling a visit with a Hand Therapist can help jumpstart the road to recovery and relief.
Brooklyn Body Works Physical Therapy is staffed with a professional and caring team of experts with clinical experience in utilizing Hand Physical Therapy. Browse through our physical therapist profiles to learn how they can help you with restoring functionality.
Hand therapy addresses the common conditions affecting the upper extremity to help patients return to a more productive lifestyle free of symptoms. After consecutive and consistent treatments, patients can expect to experience the following improvements:
• Increase in range of motion, mobility and functionality of upper extremity joints, and muscles.
• Reduced pain and swelling
• Better drainage of interstitial fluid
• Faster recovery of injuries
• Return of skin sensation
• Reduced scar visibility
• Smoother scar texture
• Increase in dexterity and fine motor controls
• Greater strength and tolerance for lifting, pushing, and pulling objects.
In addition to physical relief, patients have also reported:
• Increase sense of independence
• Reduced anxiety and depression
• Ability to return back to work quicker
Hand Physical Therapy can include techniques or exercises such as:
Brooklyn Body Works Physical Therapy began as an idea to bring the highest quality physical therapy to all people in our community. We wanted to offer the best that NYC has in health care while not marginalizing people based on socioeconomic boundaries (race, income, language, religion, etc). We offer a “concierge style service” and continue to accept many commercial insurances, medicare and even medicaid policies.
Since this is a physical therapy session which will require a physical examination and therapeutic exercise (varies by patient), we ask all our patients to come prepared. Please come dressed in loose fitted clothing that will allow for easy mobility, comfort, and access to the area of complaint. In addition we recommend sneakers with soles that grip to prevent slips or falls.
The need for a referral depends on what type of insurance you have. Most insurance plans do not require one, however some insurances do. For example, if you have HIP, you will need a referral from your primary care physician. We ask that you check to see what your health insurance plan requires prior to your initial visit. If you are unsure, please contact our front office and we’ll do our best to determine whether or not you require a referral.
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Each patients case and diagnosis is unique and requires the development of an individualized plan of care. Your physical therapist will give you an estimate of the number of sessions needed to reach a level of “feeling better”, during your initial evaluation.
Over time the number of visits may increase or decrease from the initial estimate, based on the progress made.
Brooklyn Body Works Physical Therapy accepts many of the available major insurance plans as well as alternate payment options, including cash/self-pay, to make our services accessible and affordable. Please visit the link below to view all information pertaining to Payment Options.
