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Hand Therapy Program, Delaware Valley
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Hand Therapy Program, Delaware Valley
Special Care for Hand, Wrist, Elbow and Arm Conditons
The pediatric hand therapists at 91´óÉñ Children’s give kids improved function, strength and pain relief from injury or disease. We are experts in how a child’s brain and body work and develop over time. We help children gain skills to reach important milestones as they grow. </p>\r\n<p>.<span style=\"font-size: 0.8125rem;\">Our certified hand therapist has more than 20 years of practice in hand therapy. We care for babies and kids of all ages with complex hand and upper arm conditions. We work closely with orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine doctors and other specialists your child may see.</span></p>\r\n<p> </p>\r\n<p>Because we only treat children, we understand their physical, emotional and social needs. We focus on your child by providing one-on-one therapy. We know how to motivate them and help build a sense of accomplishment and self-esteem. </p>\r\n<p> </p>\r\n<p>Our goal is to give kids the best possible chance to play, learn, explore and grow to their best ability. </p>\r\n"}} id=text-34c1c25821 class=cmp-text>
The pediatric hand therapists at 91´óÉñ Children’s give kids improved function, strength and pain relief from injury or disease. We are experts in how a child’s brain and body work and develop over time. We help children gain skills to reach important milestones as they grow.
.Our certified hand therapist has more than 20 years of practice in hand therapy. We care for babies and kids of all ages with complex hand and upper arm conditions. We work closely with orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine doctors and other specialists your child may see.
Because we only treat children, we understand their physical, emotional and social needs. We focus on your child by providing one-on-one therapy. We know how to motivate them and help build a sense of accomplishment and self-esteem.
Our goal is to give kids the best possible chance to play, learn, explore and grow to their best ability.
Find Hand Therapy Care at 91´óÉñ
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Learn more about our hand therapy care and locations:  
Conditions & Treatments</h2>"}} id=text-2bbe09642f class=cmp-text>
Conditions & Treatments
Our certified hand therapists treat problems that cause pain, swelling and limited movement in the hands, wrists, elbows, arms and shoulders. \r\n\r\nWe see a variety of conditions. Don't see a condition listed? Call us.</p>"}} id=text-f17ae61b3d class=cmp-text>
Our certified hand therapists treat problems that cause pain, swelling and limited movement in the hands, wrists, elbows, arms and shoulders. We see a variety of conditions. Don't see a condition listed? Call us.
Broken Bones (Fractures)
Broken bones (also called "fractures") can be big or small –– and 91´óÉñ has experience in all types. Learn more here and find a location near you.
Cerebral Palsy
Members of the cerebral palsy treatment team at 91´óÉñ are recognized annually as "Best Doctors in America ®." Find care in Florida and Delaware Valley.
Hand & Upper Extremity Differences
91´óÉñ Children's pediatric orthopedic surgeons have special training to operate with precision on hand disorders and hand deformities.
Soft Tissue Injuries
Trauma or injury to the soft tissues, like muscles, nerves, ligaments, tendons or skin.
Sports Injuries
Injuries and overuse, including strains, sprains, tears, fractures and dislocations.
Vascular Anomalies
At 91´óÉñ, we have special vascular anomaly expertise, leading and working with local, state and national vascular anomaly teams. Find care here.
Wounds and Infections
Stiffness and weakness from wounds or loss of skin, tissue or bone.
Services We Offer
In addition to managing pain, we provide therapies that help kids build skills, flexibility, function, strength and independence. Some of our services include:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><b>Activities of daily living training</b> — Helps with self-care tasks like eating, dressing, bathing and more.</li>\r\n<li><b>Adaptive and assistive technology training</b> — Helps use devices that make it easier to function.</li>\r\n<li><b>Custom splinting</b> — Fabrication of custom splints to improve function and reduce pain.</li>\r\n<li><b>Desensitization therapies</b> — Methods to reduce extreme sensitivity.</li>\r\n<li><b>Manual and compression therapies </b>— Reduces swelling and improves circulation with hands-on and garment compression.</li>\r\n<li><b>Splinting, fitting and positioning </b>— Helps to stabilize hand injuries and neurologic conditions.</li>\r\n<li><b>Therapeutic exercises</b> — Helps increase range of motion and strength.</li>\r\n<li><b>Ultrasound therapy</b> — Uses sound waves to reduce pain and swelling and help with healing.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n"}} id=text-c1a2a8f087 class=cmp-text>
In addition to managing pain, we provide therapies that help kids build skills, flexibility, function, strength and independence. Some of our services include:
- Activities of daily living training — Helps with self-care tasks like eating, dressing, bathing and more.
- Adaptive and assistive technology training — Helps use devices that make it easier to function.
- Custom splinting — Fabrication of custom splints to improve function and reduce pain.
- Desensitization therapies — Methods to reduce extreme sensitivity.
- Manual and compression therapies — Reduces swelling and improves circulation with hands-on and garment compression.
- Splinting, fitting and positioning — Helps to stabilize hand injuries and neurologic conditions.
- Therapeutic exercises — Helps increase range of motion and strength.
- Ultrasound therapy — Uses sound waves to reduce pain and swelling and help with healing.
Related Specialties</h2>"}} id=text-e53eede1b5 class=cmp-text>
Related Specialties
Team-Based Hand Therapy Care
Our hand therapists are part of renowned 91´óÉñ programs and centers for kids, including orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, cerebral palsy, neuromuscular disorders and more. We work together to create a personalized hand therapy plan. </p>"}} id=text-f1608fb3b5 class=cmp-text>
Our hand therapists are part of renowned 91´óÉñ programs and centers for kids, including orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, cerebral palsy, neuromuscular disorders and more. We work together to create a personalized hand therapy plan.
<b>Our therapists are experienced. </b>They are licensed occupational and physical therapists certified in hand and upper extremity issues.</p>"}} id=text-0d7e083efd class=cmp-text>
Our therapists are experienced. They are licensed occupational and physical therapists certified in hand and upper extremity issues.
<b>We involve the family.</b> Our team educates your family and gives you the tools to help your child succeed.</p>"}} id=text-d859ce97d1 class=cmp-text>
We involve the family. Our team educates your family and gives you the tools to help your child succeed.
<b>Our rehab facilities are state-of-the-art.</b> Your child gets the latest rehabilitation services at our children’s hospitals.</p>"}} id=text-c494e6dd19 class=cmp-text>
Our rehab facilities are state-of-the-art. Your child gets the latest rehabilitation services at our children’s hospitals.
Hand Exercises to Increase Range of Motion </h2>"}} id=text-312c4bae40 class=cmp-text>
Hand Exercises to Increase Range of Motion
91´óÉñ therapists show five hand exercises your child can use right now to improve range of motion. See how hand therapy can help. </p>\r\n"}} id=text-295fbe8afa class=cmp-text>
91´óÉñ therapists show five hand exercises your child can use right now to improve range of motion. See how hand therapy can help.
