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| HAND THERAPIST |
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| A Hand Therapist can be either an
Occupational Therapist (OT) or a
Physical Therapist (PT) who
specializes in providing
rehabilitative care for patients
with hand, wrist, elbow or shoulder
problems, collectively referred to
as the upper extremity. Their
specialized skills encompass both
assessment and treatment,
including splinting, strengthening
and wound care. |
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| All of NW Hand’s therapists are
Hand Therapists. Becoming a
Hand Therapist requires
considerable advanced study
beyond the primary OT and PT
level. Many Hand Therapists
continue their training even
further to become Certified Hand
Therapists (CHTs). To become a
CHT, a Hand Therapist is required
to have a minimum of five years
clinical experience, at least 4,000
hours of care dedicated to the
practice of Hand Therapy, and
must pass a comprehensive
certification exam, with
recertification required every 5
years. |
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