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Hand Rehabilitation Program

Upstate Regional Rehabilitation Centers at IHP
Institute For Human Performance (IHP)
1st Fl.
505 Irving Avenue
Syracuse, NY 13210
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Phone: 315 464-6543
Fax: 315 464-4753
Hours:Mon. Wed. Fri. - 7am-4:30pm; Tues. Thurs. - 7am-6pm
therapist stimulating patients hand.



The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department at University Hospital offers a program specializing in the rehabilitation of arm and hand injuries. It provides a comprehensive therapy assessment and individualized treatment for the arm and hand.

This program specializes in disorders that result in limitations of the upper extremity that affect a person's ability to complete activities of daily living (ADL). These disorders may include: pain, weakness/loss of muscle strength, loss of range of motion (ROM) and sensory loss.

Nurse manipulating person's hand.Who Can Benefit from Hand Rehabilitation?

This program may be appropriate for individuals with:

  • Fractures of the upper extremity/hand
  • Soft tissue trauma
  • Nerve injuries
  • Tendon injuries
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Burns
  • Tendonitis
  • Crush injuries
  • Arthritic conditions

What Should You Expect From Your Visit?

Treatments may include:

  • Therapeutic exercises (strengthening and range of motion)
  • Functional activities for ADL
  • Static and dynamic splinting
  • Application of heat and cold
  • Home exercise programs
  • Sensory re-education
  • Joint protection education
  • Use of adaptive strategies/adaptive devices

A physician's referral is required for examination and treatment within this program.

Providers

Nicole Cross, DPT
Nicole Cross, DPT
315 464-6543

Education & Fellowships

  • DPT: SUNY Upstate Medical University, 2009

Diseases/Specialties/Treatments

Physical Therapy; Orthopedic Physical Therapy; Outpatient Physical Therapy; Physical Therapy for Women's Health
Jaclyn O Monahan, OT
Jaclyn O Monahan, OT
315 464-6543

Education & Fellowships

  • BS: SUNY Buffalo, 2002

Diseases/Specialties/Treatments

Baseball Finger; Brachial Plexus Injury; Broken Arm; Broken Finger; Broken Wrist; Burns (Severe); more
Kathleen A Rake, OTR/L, CHT
Kathleen A Rake, OTR/L, CHT
315 464-6543

Diseases/Specialties/Treatments

Certified Hand Specialist; Concussion; Lou Gehrig's Disease; Concussion Management; Concussion Management, Rehab Service; Outpatient Occupational Therapy

Education Interests

  • Clinical Coordinator for OT, Speech Therapy and Therapeutic Recreation students

Clinical Interests

  • Hand Therapy, Burn Rehabilitaion, ALS, Concussion program

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