Hand Therapy In Houston, TX
Injuries or medical conditions that affect your hands, arms, or shoulders can cause many challenges, stopping you from carrying out your routine tasks. Fortunately, our skilled experts at SMS Therapy can improve the movements of your upper extremities with specialized hand therapy in Houston, TX. Our team will discuss your symptoms and develop a unique plan to help you return to work and daily activities as early as possible.
What Is Hand Therapy?
Hand therapy is a type of rehabilitation program that helps improve strength and restore the functional abilities of hands. It is beneficial for patients suffering from upper extremity injuries or medical issues and those recovering after an upper extremity surgical procedure.
During hand therapy in Houston, we focus on minimizing pain, reducing swelling, and managing sensitive scars. Injuries or surgical procedures can form scars or adhesions that may affect the movement of your hands. This is why we use preventive techniques to avoid these complications.
Our therapists also help patients with amputated fingers, hands, or arms. Using therapeutic techniques and exercises, we aim to restore lost function so that they can perform many of their routine activities.
Questions About Hand Therapy?
Conditions We Can Improve With Hand Therapy
Whether you have an upper extremity injury or medical condition or are recovering after a surgical procedure, we are here to help. Our hand therapy services in Houston are effective for:
- Arthritis
- Broken bones/fractures
- Burns and scars
- Cuts, infections, and open wounds
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Dislocations and sprains
- Amputation training
- Jammed fingers and joints
- Joint stiffness
- Repetitive strain
- Pain in the hand/arm
- Post-surgical procedures
- Sports-related injuries
- Tendon injuries
- Swelling, numbness, tingling, weakness
- Work-related injuries
What To Expect From Hand Therapy?
You will first have a consultation with our therapists, during which we will review your medical history and examine the movement and flexibility of your hands. It helps us form a personalized plan which may include a combination of the following therapies:
- Exercises: These include hand and finger exercises in which our therapist will guide you to use your own muscle strength. This practice will help activate the muscles of your hands and upper arms.
- Strengthening: It involves the use of special tools such as grippers, weights, bands, and other aids to enhance your muscle strength and grip.
- Scar treatment: To minimize scars and adhesions, we use different techniques, including friction massage and taping.
- Pain and edema control: We use compression garments, retrograde massage, and other modalities to reduce pain and swelling in your upper limbs.
FAQs
Is hand therapy different from physiotherapy?
Hand therapy is different from general physiotherapy as it mainly focuses on improving the strength and mobility of your hands, fingers, and arms.
When should I consider hand therapy?
You should consider hand therapy if you have experienced an injury or medical condition affecting your hands or upper limbs.
How long does hand therapy take?
Your therapy sessions may last anywhere between a few weeks to months, depending on the type and severity of your condition.
Schedule An Appointment Today!
If you or a family member have a condition that might benefit from orthopedic therapy in Houston, TX, our professionals can help. Call us today at (281) 417-3500 for an appointment.
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