Hand therapy is the art and science of rehabilitation of the upper limb, which includes the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder girdle. Using specialized skills in assessment, planning and treatment, hand therapists provide therapeutic interventions to prevent dysfunction, restore function and/or reverse the progression of pathology of the upper limb in order to enhance your ability to execute tasks and to participate fully in life situations. At Pan Am Rehabilitation Services, we work closely with your referring physician or surgeon to provide you with the care you need.

At Pan Am Rehabilitation Services, we are fortunate to have two Certified Hand Therapists (CHTs). Currently in Manitoba there are only a few CHTs working in private clinics.

“A CHT is an occupational therapist or physiotherapist who has a minimum of three years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy. In addition, the CHT has successfully passed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper quarter rehabilitation.” (source: Hand Therapy Certification Commission).
Visit www.htcc.org/home to learn more.