© Tidewater Physical Therapy, Inc.,771 Pilot House Drive, Newport News, Virginia 23606
Office: 757-873-2302, Fax: 757-873-2306, email: tptit@tpti.com
The Hand Therapy Centers of Tidewater Physical Therapy treat patients with a variety of upper extremity disorders including those with:
- Fractures of the Upper Extremity
- Reconstructive Surgery of the Upper Extremity, including Joint Arthroplasties
- Tendon Injuries
- Nerve Injuries
- Arthritis and Connective Tissue Disorder
- Cumulative Trauma Disorders
The Hand Therapy Centers of Tidewater Physical Therapy have six physical therapists who have each earned the recognition of CERTIFIED HAND THERAPIST which is awarded by the Hand Therapy Certification Commission.
Treatments Available
The Hand Therapy Centers have highly qualified therapists and provide the following treatments:
- Static and Dynamic Splinting
- Wound Care and Scar Management
- Sensory Re-education
- Therapeutic Exercise - Range of Motion, Strengthening, and Muscle Re-education
- Joint and Soft Tissue Mobilization
- Pain Control
- Modalities - Heat, Cold, Ultrasound, Iontophoresis & Phonophoresis, Electrical Stimulation
- Edema Management
- Ergonomics
- Arthritis Education including Joint Protection
The Certified Hand Therapist
The Certified Hand Therapist designation indicates that an occupational or physical therapist has achieved the highest level of professional recognition in hand therapy. The certification is awarded by the Hand Therapy Certification Commission and recognized by the American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT). This credentialing requires a therapist to have a minimum of 2,000 hours of direct practice experience in hand therapy and to successfully complete the Hand Therapy Certification Examination. Our Certified Hand Therapists are active members of the ASHT.
Coordination with the Patient's Physician
A referral from the patient's physician is required for physical therapy. We participate with most major health insurance and health maintenance organization (HMO) plans.
Tidewater Physical Therapy, Inc. provides status reports to the referring physician to communicate the patient's progress throughout the treatment process.
Click here for a list of Hand Therapy Center locations
