When you need to rehabilitate your hands or upper extremities, one of the most important things you can do is to find a specialist who has the most advanced training and can provide you with the highest level of care available.
Certified hand therapists are occupational or physical therapist who have continued their training with advance study specializing in rehabilitation of conditions affecting the hands and upper extremities.
Certified hand therapists have five years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours in hand therapy. They have completed comprehensive testing and process demonstrations. A certified hand therapist has reached the highest level of competency in their profession and the recertification process demonstrates continual professional development.