Splinting in Hand Therapy How Certified Hand Therapists Create Comfort, Protection, and Better Function Occupational therapists (OTs) and certified hand therapists (CHTs) have a unique skill set: we can fabricate custom orthoses, more commonly called splints. These devices are built specifically for your body and your needs—not pulled off a shelf—so they’re often more comfortable, […]
Occupational TherapyUnderstanding Hand Arthritis One of the most common concerns we hear from patients is about developing arthritis in their hands. Arthritis can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling, making everyday tasks—like gripping a cup, typing, or gardening—feel difficult. At Freedom Physical Therapy Services, our occupational and certified hand therapists help patients understand what arthritis is, why […]
Occupational TherapyJoint Protection for Flexible Fingers Overly flexible, also known as hypermobile, fingers can be prone to injury and pain if not properly cared for. Thankfully, caring for hypermobile fingers does not need to be complicated. There are simple and practical ways to protect fingers and reduce injury. Learn how the therapists at Freedom PT Services […]
Chronic Pain, EDS, Occupational TherapyManaging Dupuytren’s Contracture with Radial Shockwave Therapy Understanding Dupuytren’s Contracture Dupuytren’s Contracture is a progressive condition that affects the hands, specifically the connective tissue in the palm. Over time, the thickened tissue can form cords that pull one or more fingers into a bent position, making it difficult or even impossible to straighten them fully. […]
Occupational TherapyCelebrating Occupational Therapy (OT) Month: Inspiring Hope, Changing Lives April is Occupational Therapy (OT) Month. (But we know OT is a profession that deserves year-round celebration for its life-changing impact on patient’s lives. Here’s everything you need to know about Occupational Therapy and its uses. This month we are celebrating Occupational Therapy Month: Inspiring Hope, […]
Occupational TherapyLeading Edge Hand Treatment Our hands are the most important part of our body for interacting with the world around us. We greet people, cook, and care for ourselves and others using our hands. When a person has hand pain, they are greatly affected by what they are able to do on a day-to-day basis. […]
Occupational TherapyWhy Ehlers Danlos Syndrome Sometimes Requires Splinting People with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, a connective tissue disorder, often suffer from hypermobility. People with hypermobility often suffer from chronic dislocations or subluxations and are frequently known as “double jointed.” There are a variety of splints that can be used to help with the dislocation of the fingers […]
Occupational Therapy5 Ways to Find Relief from Hypermobility EDS Using Physical Therapy Hypermobility EDS symptoms: Joint hypermobility is a connective tissue disorder. Hypermobility is when the ligaments that provide stability for the joints are loose or weak. This allows for too much movement of the joints. Joint hypermobility can have a variety of symptoms and varies […]
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