Orthopedic Hand Therapist in Northern Indiana

Hand Therapy at OSMC: Comprehensive Care for Your Hands, Wrists, and Elbows

What Is Hand Therapy?

At OSMC, we specialize in hand therapy, a critical service for those suffering from conditions related to the hand, wrist, or elbow. These issues often arise from trauma, work-related injuries, and overuse syndromes. Hand therapy is an essential treatment modality aimed at reducing pain and improving function in these areas.

Why Choose Hand Therapy?

Hand therapy, a subspecialty of occupational therapy, focuses on rehabilitating the hand and arm. It's particularly effective for orthopedic-based upper-extremity conditions, aiming to optimize the functional use of these body parts. Whether it's due to chronic conditions like arthritis, physical trauma, or post-surgical recovery, hand therapy is a proven approach to pain reduction and rehabilitation.

Our Approach to Hand Therapy at OSMC

At OSMC, we employ aggressive rehabilitation techniques. Our certified hand therapists, accredited by the American Society of Hand Therapists, treat various workplace injuries, including carpal tunnel syndrome, sometimes eliminating the need for surgery. Conditions like hand stiffness and arthritis pain often find relief through our tailored treatment plans.

Services and Treatments We Offer

Our treatments include dynamic splinting of severe injuries, aiding in efficient healing. We offer custom-made and off-the-shelf braces and splints, depending on your needs. Our occupational therapists and assistants use progressive therapeutic techniques, such as exercise, manual therapy, and job simulation, to help restore your range of motion, flexibility, strength, and function.

OSMC providers are equipped to offer specific surgical and nonsurgical treatments for conditions affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, or shoulder. We welcome patients referred by their physicians as well as outside referrals.

Are Hand Therapy and Occupational Therapy the Same?

While hand therapy is a subspecialty of occupational therapy, it focuses explicitly on rehabilitating the hand and arm, addressing orthopedic-based upper-extremity conditions.

Is Hand Therapy Effective?

Yes, hand therapy is highly effective for individuals with hand, arm, or upper extremity injuries. It is a versatile treatment that addresses issues arising from chronic conditions, physical trauma, or surgical recovery.

Hand Therapists Serving Northern Indiana and Southern Michigan

If you're in northern Indiana and looking for expert hand therapy, OSMC is your go-to destination. Contact us at (574) 319-1572 to book your appointment. Our team is dedicated to alleviating your symptoms and restoring the mobility and dexterity of your hand.

We serve patients from Elkhart, IN, Goshen, IN, Granger, IN, Middlebury, IN, and Nappanee, IN, and also offer two walk-in orthopedic clinics so we can help address your pain at the moment.