A hand therapist is a registered occupational or physical therapist who specializes in the rehabilitation of patients with conditions affecting the hand and upper limbs. A hand therapist is enabled to help patients return to a productive lifestyle following an injury or condition and is able to evaluate and identify problems affecting the upper limbs. A hand therapist can provide exercises, preventative care, aids to daily living, and ergonomic modifications. A hand therapist often works closely with surgeons to plan and implement post-operative care in order to help improve patients' recovery following surgery. 

The first session typically lasts an hour and will consist of a comprehensive evaluation. The first session may include education regarding your condition, a home exercise program, manual therapy, and/or therapeutic exercises if time permits. You and your therapist will work together to develop a treatment plan that is customized to your specific needs and recovery. 

The following sessions will range from 45 minutes to an hour, depending on what is best for your recovery and your schedule.  

At Texas Hand Therapy, we treat a variety of conditions, injuries, and post-operative care. Examples of what is seen in the clinic are carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, flexor and extensor tendon injuries, hand and wrist arthritis, distal radius fractures, and DeQuervain's, along with many other conditions. Our education page provides a list of common conditions, what they are, and how they can be treated. 

At Texas Hand Therapy, our therapists are highly trained to provide specialized treatments curated for each of our patients. Treatments could include hot packs, paraffin, ultrasound, fluidotherapy, KT taping, scar management, wound care, range of motion activities, strengthening activities, and splint fabrication. We use a variety of treatments that are individual to each patient and their goals. 

To schedule an appointment, please call our office at 979-703-1909. Or click on the link below to request an appointment online. https://www.texashandtherapy.com/new-patient-registration 

Yes, our staff of therapists have expertise in fabricating splints/orthoses customized to each patient. Splints are made using low temperature thermoplastic material and are molded to the patient's injured body part. Fabricating splints usually takes between 15-45 minutes depending on the complexity of the splint. Your therapists will provide you with a splint wear and care schedule and you will leave with your splint the same day. 

For your first appointment with us, please bring: 

• Photo identification 

• Current insurance card

• Current list of medications 

• You may also download our new patient forms and complete them prior to your first visit. Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete any remaining paperwork in order to maximize your time in your evaluation. 

• A form of payment for any co-pays you may have