Hand Therapy
Occupational and Physical Therapists certified in Hand Therapy provide evaluation and treatment for individuals with a variety of upper extremity related problems. Rehabilitation Aides and Massage Therapists are also available to compliment the therapy that patients receive. The Certified Hand Therapists (CHT's) work closely with our Board Certified Hand Surgeons to ensure excellent continuity of care and a true "team" approach to the treatment of all upper extremity conditions.
Diagnosis & Services
- Common Diagnosis Treated: Hand and Wrist Fractures
- Elbow Fractures/Dislocations
- Upper Extremity Crush Injuries
- Tendon Lacerations
- Nerve Compression Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Upper Extremity Burns
- Upper Extremity Replantation
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Upper Extremity Osteoarthritis
- Services Provided Hand Therapy Evaluation
- Custom Splint Fabrication
- Hand Therapy Treatment
- Functional Capacity Evaluation
- Upper Extremity Wound Care
- Upper Extremity Scar Management
Admission Criteria
- No Physician referral is necessary by law
Note: Individual Insurances may require Physician Referral - Ability and willingness to participate in the rehabilitation plan of care
- Expectation of benefit
- Financial resource identified
Contact & Hours of Operation
Hours of Operation:
7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Monday through Friday
Contact:
Hand Therapy Appointment
University of Utah Orthopaedic Center
590 Wakara Way
Salt Lake City, Utah 84108
(801) 587-7001
FAX (801) 587-7004
University Orthopaedic Center Main Line
(801) 587-7109
