What is manual therapy?

Manual therapy combines physical and ergotherapy and involves rehabilitation of the upper limbs of man, including hands, fingers and wrists, which were affected by trauma, disease or neurological disorder. The aim of the treatment is that the patient can have maximum use of the hand after diagnosis and return to productive life or live the most common life. Treatment can also mean providing emotional and psychological support to patients. The common conditions that may require hands therapy include fractures, burns, arthritis, amputation of fingers and nerve damage. In addition, the person may require the therapy to help with the carpal tunnel syndrome and recover from sports injuries. Usually, the patient will need hand therapy to control acute or chronic pain.

Manual therapists will perform a thorough musculoskeletal, sensory and fixed examination of the damaged area for diagnosis. Other activities involved in therapy may include the design of the splint, training of patients living with ProtetIkou and treatment of scars and wounds. Therapy may also include specific exercises designed to increase or strengthen the extent of movement and dexterity of the patient in the affected areas.

patients may undergo hand therapy soon after injury or surgery. The amount of time spent in manual therapy will vary depending on the injury. For example, if a person suffers from tendon injuries or tears of muscles as soon as the area is recovered, it may no longer require therapy. However, if an individual suffers more serious injuries, such as finger loss, it may require therapy indefinitely.

Certified hand therapist is qualified in evaluation of wounds, pain, strength and endurance. It is also competent in various surgical techniques and postoperative recovery methods. Usually a hand therapist first received trained in professional or physical therapy and then proceeded to obtain specific training -related training.

At least five years of clinical experience is usually needed to become a certified hand therapist and hundreds of hours of work in a rehabilitation environment. Manual therapists must also undergo a test and demonstrate knowledge of clinical skills. Since the profession is constantly evolving, a manual therapist is required to restore his credentials every five years.