Orthopaedic Center
Hand Therapy
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.
Diagnosis & Services
- Common Diagnosis Treated: Hand and Wrist Fractures
- Elbow Fractures/Dislocations
- Upper Extremity Crush Injuries
- Tendon Lacerations
- Nerve Compression Injuries
- Brachial Plexus Injuries
- Upper Extremity Burns
- Upper Extremity Replantation
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Upper Extremity Osteoarthritis
- Services Provided Hand Therapy Evaluation
- Custom Splint Fabrication
- Hand Therapy Treatment
- Functional Capacity Evaluation
- Upper Extremity Wound Care
- Upper Extremity Scar Management
Admission Criteria
- No Physician referral is necessary by law
Note: Individual Insurances may require Physician Referral - Ability and willingness to participate in the rehabilitation plan of care
- Expectation of benefit
- Financial resource identified
Contact Us
(801) 587-7001
Sarah Anderson, MOTR/L
Locations| South Jordan Health Center | (801) 213-4500 |
| University Orthopaedic Center | (801) 587-7001 |
Specialties: Occupational Therapy, Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy
Kathrine M. DeTemple, OTR/L, CHT
Locations| University Hospital | (801) 581-2619 |
| University Orthopaedic Center | (801) 587-7001 |
Specialties: Occupational Therapy, Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy
Cheryl M. Hanzelka, MOT, OTR/L
Locations| University Orthopaedic Center | (801) 587-7001 |
Specialties: Occupational Therapy, Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy
Lana K. Keizer, O.T., CHT
Locations| University Orthopaedic Center | (801) 587-7109 |
Specialties: Occupational Therapy, Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy
Stephanie S. Sueoka, P.T.
Locations| University Hospital | (801) 581-2635 |
Specialties: Physical Therapy, Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy
Related Documents
Diseases and Conditions
- Types of Hand Conditions
- Anatomy of the Hand
- Diagnosing Hand Conditions
- For Parents: Bicycle, In-Line Skating, Skateboard Safety
- Hand Pain and Problems
- Hand Surgery
- Overview of Hand Surgery
- Plastic Surgery Statistics








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