ABOUT
Hand Therapy
at Physio Logic NYC
- New York State Licensed Doctors of Physical Therapy
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One-On-One Treatment Sessions
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Conventional Progressive Rehabilitation
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Unique Integrated Approach
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Post-Op & Sports Rehabilitation
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Hand Therapy
Hand Therapy is rehabilitation performed on patients with complex conditions, injuries and surgeries affecting the hands, wrists and elbows. This type of therapy is performed at Physio Logic by a therapist with advanced continuing education.
What does hand therapy provide?
Preventative, non-operative or conservative treatment:
- Management of pain, both acute and chronic
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Desensitization following nerve injury or trauma
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Sensory re-education after nerve injury
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Design and implementation of home exercise programs to increase motion, dexterity, and/or strength
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Training in the performance of daily life skills
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Conditioning prior to returning to work
Postoperative Rehabilitation may additionally inlcude:
- Management of scars or sutured wounds
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Control of hypersensitive scars
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Reduction of swelling
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Instruction in home exercise program
Common Injuries Seen for Specialized Hand Therapy
Overuse / Repetitive Injuries:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Tendonitis
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Tennis Elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
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Golfer’s Elbow (medial epicondylitis)
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Trigger Finger
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Mallet Finger
Chronic Hand Conditions:
- Arthritis: Rheumatoid or Osteoarthritis
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Dupuytren's Contracture
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DeQuervain's Disease
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Raynaud's Syndrome
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Writer's Cramp
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Musician Injuries
Acute or Traumatic Hand Injuries:
- Fractures
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Ligament Injuries
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Post-Operative Rehab for Upper Extremity Conditions
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Radial and Ulnar Nerve Palsy
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Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (RSD)
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Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
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Upper Extremity Sports Injuries
Meet the Physical Therapy Team at Physio Logic
Jeanine Robotti
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Clinic Director & Physical Therapist
Dr. Sarah Rodriguez, DPT
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Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Vivian Zhang, DPT
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Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Carson Judkins, DPT
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Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Chanel Cohen, DPT
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Doctor of Physical Therapy
Patient Testimonials
“Treatment always feels right here. I’m always raving about Physio Logic to my friends and family. I pay out of pocket with the knowledge that I could probably go somewhere else cheaper, but I know it’s well worth it. Everyone here is friendly, helpful, and so knowledgeable.”
Erica D.
“[The physical therapists] were able to explain each step of my care in a way that I could understand. They were very good at answering any questions I had.”
Donna B.
Hand Therapy Related Blog Posts
December 24, 2019
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December 10, 2019
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By: Dr. Vivian Zhang, PT, DPT, MS. Introduction to Ankle Injuries and Physical Therapy Providing support and articulation…
November 12, 2019
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By: Dr. Sarah Rodriguez, PT, DPT. With the fall season well underway and the crisp weather and autumn…
