Having surgery is a big deal, huge congratulations on getting to the other side!
Now rehab starts and the real work begins. Although this might sound daunting, find comfort in knowing that we are here for you every step of the way as you navigate your healing and recovery journey.
First thing first, take a deep breath… The pain, swelling, and bruising is all normal in the first few days of the healing process.
After you take that deep breath, it’s now time to take control and schedule an initial evaluation with a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT). The most current research shows that early intervention and rehabilitation with a Hand Therapy specialist is the most crucial step you can take to maximize the outcome and function of your wrist during the recovery window right after surgery.
During your first appointment, your therapist will get to know you and help you form a plan to make a full recovery. To do so, your therapist will take some measurements to see where you are starting from, and help you identify some key goals and benchmarks to keep you on track and get better as fast as possible.
From here, you will receive hands on treatment as well as a tailored home exercise program that addresses range of motion, swelling, strength and functional deficits you might be dealing with. Commitment to these exercises in between your therapy appointments is critical. This will allow us to make the most of our time together in our therapy sessions when you are in the clinic so that you can continually get to the next level and have a smooth progression from week to week.
Additionally, depending on the type of surgery you had, you may be fitted for a custom orthosis (“splint”) to protect and ensure that you regain full function of your wrist. Visit our Custom Splinting Services page to learn more.
After your first session with us, our patient coordinators will get you set up for your returning visits on days and times that work best for you and your schedule. It’s as easy as that!
At Lone Peak, we don’t just treat your diagnosis, we treat you. This is what sets the Lone Peak experience apart. You are in the driver’s seat of your plan of care, we are just simply your guide to help you get better, faster, so you can get back to doing what you love!
Are you a new or returning patient? We offer same day appointments!
CONTENT CREATED BY: Will Martin, OTR/L, CHT and Allie Poalino, DPT
CHT Services are offered at the following Lone Peak Physical Therapy Locations:
