Hand Therapy
Hand Therapy at Artistic Advantage begins with an extensive evaluation of injured tissue and discussing what interventions will be used to facilitate healing and regain function.
We use symptom management techniques that are discussed in your first visit to minimize reinjury and tissue aggravation. The tissue is working 24/7 to get better. We’ll teach you ways to manage the fluctuations in symptoms.
Each patient undergoes a comprehensive evaluation, identifying the impact of injuries and conditions on function and performance. We develop custom treatment plans based on our findings, i.e., range of motion, muscle control, joint stability, and sensation, just to name a few. We see various conditions that include, but are certainly not limited to, fractures, sprains, lacerations, hypermobility, auto immune, and degenerative conditions.
Various modalities are used to aid in healing as the tissue progresses through its healing phases. We use ultrasound, electric stimulation, soft tissue mobilization, myofascial release, low level light therapy, paraffin, contrast baths, hot and cold packs as prescribed and when necessary, along with custom splinting and taping.
Therapeutic exercise and specific functional activities are used to resolve the problems caused by disuse, weakness, and incoordination. We continuously modify exercises so that the patient can use their hands sooner than later, without harming the healing tissue.
