Why choose Ochsner for hand therapy?
Hand therapy is a specialized branch of occupational therapy that focuses on the hands and upper extremities, including the shoulder, upper arm, forearm, elbow and wrist. Hand therapists help people recover from injuries, surgeries and long-term conditions like arthritis and carpal tunnel. Working with a hand therapist can help restore function and reduce pain so you can get back to doing the things you love.
At Ochsner, our certified hand therapists (CHTs) partner with your doctors and care team to ensure your rehabilitation supports your overall healthcare plan.
Our hand therapists specialize in:
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Helping you recover from surgeries like tendon repairs, fracture fixations and carpal tunnel release. (link to hand and upper extremity surgery page)
- Injuries: Treating sudden injuries like fractures, sprains and dislocations through splinting, manual therapy and hand exercises.
- Chronic Conditions: Supporting you through conditions like arthritis, tendonitis and nerve compression syndromes by using pain relief techniques, adaptive devices and strength-building exercises.
- Custom Splinting and Orthotics: Designing custom splints and orthotic devices to support and protect your hand or wrist for better healing.
Ochsner Therapy & Wellness is also home to the only accredited hand therapy fellowship program in Louisiana. We are committed to advancing care in the field of occupational therapy and continuously growing the knowledge of our therapy team.
