Celebrate Hand Therapy Week: Empowering Your Hands to Heal

Each year, Hand Therapy Week, championed by the American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT), raises awareness about the vital role of hand therapy in improving lives. Hands are essential to everything we do—from working and creating to caring and connecting. At Advanced Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Institute, we join the celebration by highlighting how our expert hand therapy services help patients regain strength, motion, and independence.

What is Hand Therapy and Why It’s Important

“Hand therapy is the art and science of rehabilitation of the upper limb, which includes the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder girdle. It is the merging of occupational and physical therapy theory and practice that combines comprehensive knowledge of the structure of the upper limb with function and activity. Using specialized skills in assessment, planning and treatment, hand therapists provide therapeutic intervention to prevent dysfunction, restore function and/or reverse the progression of pathology of the upper limb in order to enhance an individual’s ability to execute tasks and to participate fully in life situations.” Journal of Hand Therapy; 2009(22)361-376), ASHT Scope of Practice; 2011.

Hand Therapy Week encourages everyone to appreciate the healing power of skilled therapy and take proactive steps toward hand health.

How Our Hand Therapy Services Support Your Recovery

Leah Rubino, MS, OTR, CHT, CLT-LANA, our hand therapist provides personalized, goal-oriented treatment plans designed to:

Restore mobility and strength after surgery or injury with customized exercises and splinting
Manage nerve and tendon injuries to relieve pain and improve function
Reduce swelling to enhance comfort, promote motion, and reduce complications
Provide arthritis care focused on reducing pain and preserving hand function
Support return to work and daily activities through adaptive strategies and therapeutic guidance

These services align with the standards promoted by ASHT, emphasizing patient education, evidence-based practice, and compassionate care.

Why Hand Therapy at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute?

We understand that each hand injury or condition is unique. That’s why our therapists develop individualized treatment approaches tailored to your lifestyle and goals. With state-of-the-art techniques and ongoing education, we aim to maximize your recovery and help you return to the activities you love.

Meet Leah Rubino, Certified Hand Therapist

Leah Rubino is an experienced occupational therapist with dual board certification, as a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) and Lymphology Association of North America Certified Lymphedema Therapist (CLT-LANA). Her expertise and compassionate care ensure patients receive the highest level of personalized treatment, helping them regain optimal hand function and improve their quality of life.

Celebrate Hand Therapy Week by Prioritizing Your Hand Health

If you’re experiencing pain, stiffness, or weakness in your hands or wrists, now is the time to seek help. Discover how our hand therapy program can support your recovery. Visit our Occupational and Hand Therapy page to learn more or schedule an appointment.

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Celebrate Hand Therapy Week: Empowering Your Hands to Heal

What is Hand Therapy and Why It’s Important

How Our Hand Therapy Services Support Your Recovery

Why Hand Therapy at Advanced Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute?

Meet Leah Rubino, Certified Hand Therapist

Celebrate Hand Therapy Week by Prioritizing Your Hand Health

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