The UConn Health Department of Rehabilitation Services provides specialized therapy assessment and individualized treatment for people who have suffered hand or arm injuries, have undergone hand/arm surgery, as well as for those with other conditions which may affect a person’s ability to function in everyday activities. An individualized rehabilitation treatment plan is developed based upon the doctor’s therapy prescription, a specialized assessment, and the individual needs and goals of each patient. Our team of occupational therapists hold advance-credentialed degrees in certified hand therapy and work closely with providers from the Hand & Wrist Program in Orthopedics & Sports Medicine to ensure optimum recovery for every patient.
Conditions Treated
Conditions treated at UConn Health may include and is not limited to the following:
- Arthritis of the Hand
- Arthritis at the Base of the Thumb
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Cubital Tunnel Syndrome
- deQuervain’s Thumb Tendonitis
- Distal Radius Fracture (Colles Fracture)
- Dupuytren’s Disease
- Ganglion Cysts
- Hand Fracture
- Tendon Injuries
- Trigger Finger
- Wrist Fracture
Custom Upper Extremity Splinting
Our therapists are experienced in all aspects of custom splinting. The process of splint fabrication starts with designing a custom pattern, based upon your doctor’s prescription and your individual need. The splint is made of a low temperature thermoplastic material, and is secured to the body part with Velcro straps. The purpose of splints are to:
- Immobilize and rest
- Protect injured areas
- Assist range of motion and increase function
- Stretch connective tissue and increase joint mobility
- Prevent or correct joint deformity
- Maintain alignment of a joint after joint replacement
Your therapist will educate you in the wear, care and precautions of splint use.