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Certified Hand Therapy (CHT) at Strength in Motion

At Strength in Motion, we specialize in Certified Hand Therapy (CHT) to help you regain function, reduce pain, and return to the activities you love. Our expert team, led by J.R. Gustafson, M.O.T., OTR/L, CAFS, CHT, is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder.

 

What is Certified Hand Therapy?

Certified Hand Therapy is a specialized area of rehabilitation focusing on the treatment of conditions affecting the upper extremity—from the fingertips to the shoulder. A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is an occupational or physical therapist who has advanced training, clinical expertise, and has passed a rigorous certification exam to achieve this credential. Less than 5% of therapists attain this level of specialization.

 

Conditions We Treat

Our CHT services cover a wide range of conditions, including:

  • Fractures and Dislocations: Finger, wrist, elbow, and shoulder fractures or dislocations

  • Tendon Injuries: Bicep/tricep repairs, tendon lacerations, and tendonitis

  • Nerve Conditions: Carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, nerve compressions

  • Sprains and Strains: Skier’s thumb, ligament injuries, muscle strains

  • Arthritis and Joint Pain: Osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and joint degeneration

  • Chronic Issues: Tendonitis, repetitive strain injuries, and chronic headaches linked to upper extremity dysfunction

 

Specialized Services

We offer personalized, evidence-based treatments tailored to your needs, including:

  • Custom Splinting & Orthotics: Fabricated in-house to support healing and improve function

  • Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Focused recovery plans after surgeries like tendon repairs, fracture fixations, and joint replacements

  • Manual Therapy: Hands-on techniques to improve mobility and reduce pain

  • Therapeutic Exercise: Targeted exercises to restore strength, flexibility, and coordination

  • Pain Management: Strategies for managing acute and chronic pain, including ergonomic education

 

Why Choose a Certified Hand Therapist?

Working with a CHT ensures you receive expert care backed by years of specialized training and clinical experience. CHTs understand the complex anatomy of the hand and upper extremity, providing advanced interventions that:

  • Accelerate recovery times

  • Reduce the risk of re-injury

  • Improve overall function and quality of life

 

Get Back to What You Love

At Strength in Motion, our goal is simple: to help you regain strength, motion, and confidence. Whether you're recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or seeking post-surgical rehabilitation, we're here to support you every step of the way.

 

Schedule an appointment today and take the first step toward recovery with expert Certified Hand Therapy.

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