Occupational therapy is a specialized area of rehabilitation that focuses on increasing or restoring participation in and performance of daily activities of a patient.  Occupational therapists work to eliminate barriers to independence needed to perform activities of daily living (ex: bathing, dressing, functional mobility) or vocation.

At OSNI, our occupational therapists are trained in musculoskeletal conditions and orthopedic post-operative rehabilitation of the hand and arm. Through modalities and exercises, they work closely with patients to increase skill and strength needed for activities of daily living, employment tasks, and personal hobbies.

Our staff is also trained in creating adaptive equipment and splints that provide protection and support of the injured extremity.

Hand therapy is a rehabilitation specialty that focuses on tissue manipulation and healing of the hand and arm to increase skill and strength as needed for individual activities of daily living, employment tasks, and personal hobbies. Protection of ligaments, joints, tendons and nerves is essential throughout the rehabilitation process.

Adaptive equipment and splints, created by our Certified Hand Specialist, may be utilized to maximize function and safety. Because of the intricacies of hand design, communication among patient, therapist and physician is imperative and a priority for optimal recovery. Patient education leading to self-management is stressed.