Nelson BC Hand Therapy
Hand therapy is a specialized area of rehabilitation focused on the assessment and treatment of conditions affecting the hand, wrist, forearm, and elbow. Injury or disease in your hands can severely affect your ability to work and play! If you have a hand, wrist, or elbow injury, you should consider seeking treatment with a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT).
KHS is home to one of the most highly credentialed upper extremity specialists in the Kootenays, offering comprehensive clinical care supported by advanced tools and technology.
What is a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)?
A CHT has completed a minimum of 5 years of clinical experience, 4,000 hours of treatment of hand-related injuries, and has devoted months of study and advanced training in order to pass the international CHT examination. The CHT credential offers the public assurance that the therapist has achieved the highest international recognition to treat upper extremity injuries.
At Kootenay Health Services, we are proud to have a highly qualified Certified Hand Therapist on our team: Craig Sully, BScPT, FCAMPT, CGIMS, CHT.
For more information, please visit the Hand Therapy Certification Commission.
Conditions We Treat
Hand therapy includes consultation and/or treatment for a wide variety of hand, wrist, and elbow disorders. It is appropriate for early intervention post-traumatic injury and post-surgery, as well as for:
- Fractures and dislocations of the hand, wrist, and forearm
- Tendon injuries and repairs
- Nerve injuries and compressions
- Arthritis and joint conditions
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Congenital or acquired upper extremity conditions
Our Services & Treatments
Treatment by a Certified Hand Therapist at KHS is comprehensive and carefully tailored to your unique recovery goals. Our services may include:
- Custom Splinting & Orthosis Fabrication: For immobilization, protection, and increasing range of motion.
- Wound Care & Scar Management: To promote healthy tissue healing post-injury or surgery.
- Manual Therapy: Including targeted joint and soft tissue mobilizations to improve mobility and function.
- Therapeutic Exercise: Activities dedicated to building strength, dexterity, and returning full range of motion.
- Edema Management: Techniques to control swelling and promote circulation.
- Functional Rehabilitation & Ergonomic Education: Joint protection education and strategies to help you safely return to daily activities and work.
- Specialized Equipment: Including the use of tools like fluidotherapy for pain relief and tissue healing.
Staff
Craig SullyBScPT, FCAMPT, CGIMS, CHT
Book Online
We are welcoming new hand therapy clients in Nelson BC. Book online today!
