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.
Below is a list of the conditions we treat and the services we offer:
The hand is composed of many different bones, muscles, and ligaments that allow for a large amount of movement and dexterity. There are three major types of bones in the hand itself, including the following:
Phalanges. The 14 bones that are found in the fingers of each hand and also in the toes of each foot. Each finger has three phalanges (the distal, middle, and proximal); the thumb only has two.
Metacarpal bones. The five bones that compose the middle part of the hand.
Carpal bones. The eight bones that create the wrist. The carpal bones are connected to two bones of the arm--the ulnar bone and the radius bone.
Numerous muscles, ligaments, and sheaths can be found within the hand. The muscles are the structures that can contract, allowing movement of the bones in the hand. The ligaments are fibrous tissues that help bind together the joints in the hand. The sheaths are tubular structures that surround part of the fingers.
Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy, Occupational Therapy
| South Jordan Health Center | (801) 213-4500 |
| University Orthopaedic Center | (801) 587-7001 |
Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy, Occupational Therapy
| University Hospital | (801) 581-2619 |
| University Orthopaedic Center | (801) 587-7001 |
Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy, Occupational Therapy
| University Orthopaedic Center | (801) 587-7001 |
Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy, Occupational Therapy
| University Orthopaedic Center | (801) 587-7109 |
Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy, Physical Therapy
| University Hospital | (801) 581-2635 |
| University Orthopaedic Center | 590 Wakara Way Salt Lake City, UT 84108 Map |
801-587-7109 |
| South Jordan Health Center | 5126 W. Daybreak Parkway South Jordan, UT 84095 Map |
801-213-4500 |
