Hand to Shoulder Therapy

Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan Hand to Shoulder Therapy team has provided West Michigan with rehabilitation of the fingers, hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder for over 20 years. Our desire is to help you return to the activities that matter most to you, in the shortest time possible and in the most cost effective manner. Our therapists design your individual treatment plan based on your condition and goals, your physician’s prescription, and therapy protocols. We work in close collaboration with your physician to provide comprehensive care for both non-surgical and post-surgical conditions, restoring your ability to care for yourself and take part in everyday life.

All of OAM’s hand to shoulder therapists are highly skilled and pursue ongoing education to advance their knowledge and training, working to remain current with new techniques and research. Our therapy team consists of Certified Hand Therapists (the highest level of competency in this profession) and Occupational Therapists, all of whom have dedicated the entirety of their career to hand to shoulder therapy.

You don’t have to see an OAM physician to take advantage of our services; we accept patients from any referring physician. We work with you and your doctor to understand your specific needs and provide you with a personalized treatment program. This close communication means we can adjust your therapy quickly and easily, resulting in a faster recovery for you.

Therapy Programs we offer include:

• Wound Management
• Scar Management
• Pain Management
• Dry Needling
• Edema/Orthopedic Lymphedema Management to reduce pre- and post-operative swelling
• Therapeutic Exercises to improve range of motion, strength and coordination
• Therapeutic Functional Activities using adaptive techniques and/or devices to facilitate your independence as you perform daily tasks
• Neuromuscular Re-Education to optimize muscle and nerve motion and coordination
• Manual (hands-on) Therapy to improve motion in your tissues and joints
• Custom splinting for support and/or assisted function
• Modalities (various forms of heat, ice, electrical stimulation) to aid in pain management and improve motion
• Ergonomic education/practice for returning to work tasks
• Functional Balance Training to improve your stability and safety while going about daily activities

What happens during my visit?

Patient visits with us vary widely. Session times range from 15 minutes to over an hour, and number of sessions ranges from one to ten or more. Your visits will be individualized based on the treatments needed for your optimal outcome. Please wear clothing that can easily expose the body part we’re treating.

Our Convenient Locations

Call us at (616) 956-1101 to find out how our team can help you get back to the activities you love at home, work and play.

Have you met your range of motion goal and finished hand to shoulder therapy, but aren’t quite ready for the endurance your work entails? Work Conditioning will make your transition back to employment a smooth one!