Hand Rehabilitation Program
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 |

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.
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

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
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
315 464-6543
Diseases/Specialties/Treatments
Certified Hand Specialist; Concussion; Lou Gehrig's Disease; Concussion Management; Concussion Management, Rehab Service; Outpatient Occupational TherapyEducation Interests
Clinical Coordinator for OT, Speech Therapy and Therapeutic Recreation students
Clinical Interests
Hand Therapy, Burn Rehabilitaion, ALS, Concussion program