Hand Therapy is a specialized area of rehabilitation focused on restoring function and mobility to the hands and upper extremities. It encompasses a range of techniques and interventions designed to address conditions affecting the hands, wrists, and fingers, such as injuries, surgeries, arthritis, or neurological disorders.
Hand therapists utilize various modalities including exercises, manual therapy, splinting, and functional activities to improve strength, flexibility, coordination, and dexterity. They work closely with patients to create personalized treatment plans tailored to their specific needs and goals, aiming to optimize recovery and enhance overall quality of life.
Through comprehensive assessment and targeted interventions, hand therapy aims to alleviate pain, promote healing, prevent complications, and maximize functional independence. Hand therapists also play a crucial role in educating patients about self-care strategies, ergonomic principles, and injury prevention techniques to support long-term wellness.
Furthermore, hand therapy extends beyond physical rehabilitation to address psychosocial aspects of hand injuries or conditions, providing emotional support, counseling, and guidance throughout the recovery process. By fostering a collaborative and compassionate approach, hand therapists empower individuals to regain confidence, regain independence, and resume their daily activities with greater ease and comfort.
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Title : Chronic Fatigue Syndrome(CFS) and Myalgia Encephalomyelitis (ME): A literature review on management principles and emerging therapies
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Title : Orthopaedic manual therapy for TemporoMandibular Disorders (TMD): Integrating osteopathic techniques with physiotherapy
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