Certified Hand Therapy
You're in the right hands.
A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is an expert at treating any ailment or condition in the upper extremity from elbow to finger-tip. Hand Therapy Services can include manual therapy, exercise based interventions, and custom splint fabrication.
In order to hold this highly specialized certification, a CHT must go through extensive training and continued education; the process of which is arguably one of the most rigorous and challenging credentials to acquire as a therapist, making them hard to find.
At Lone Peak, we are proud to have 5 CHT's on staff, to learn more about these providers and their services see below for our Hand Therapy FAQs.
Common Conditions We Treat:
Hand & Wrist Arthritis | Carpal Tunnel Syndrome | Tennis Elbow & Golfer's Elbow | Thoracic Outlet Syndrome | De Quervain's Tenosynovitis | Fractures & Crush Injuries | Sprains & Strains | Amputations | Shoulder Impingement & Frozen Shoulder | Rotator Cuff Tears | Dislocations | Tendon & Nerve Repair | Ligament Injuries | Trigger Finger ... and many more!
Just had elbow, wrist or hand surgery? We work closely with surgeons both near and far, and will guide you through your post surgical rehabilitation journey to get you better, faster! To learn more about what to expect at your first appointment after surgery, click here.
Hand Therapy FAQ
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Hand Therapy is specialized treatment and rehabilitation from elbow to finger-tip. Common conditions include:
- Hand & wrist arthritis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Tennis Elbow & Golfer's Elbow
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- De Quervain's Tenosynovitis
- Fractures & crush injuries
- Sprains & strains
- Amputations
- Shoulder impingement & frozen shoulder
- Rotator cuff tears
- Dislocations
- Tendon & nerve repair
- Ligament injuries
- Trigger Finger
- ... and many more!
At Lone Peak, we provide the highest level of specialized care. If pain in your upper limbs is limiting your ability to perform in sports, at work, or in daily activities, our Certified Hand Therapy services can get you back to an active and functional lifestyle.
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- In order to hold this certification, a Certified Hand Specialist (CHT) must pass a certification exam that demonstrates advanced clinical knowledge, experience, and skills in the practice of hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.
- In order to sit for the examination, the provider must already have a minimum of 3 years experience and over 4,000 direct treatment hours.
- With an overall pass rate of 60%, the CHT examination allows only the best of the best providers to advance and earn this expert level certification, making them hard to find. At Lone Peak, we are proud to have 5 CHT's on staff in our Belgrade, Bozeman, Butte and Billings - West End clinics.
- We value our relationships with hand surgeons at a high level, and receive referrals from cities all over Montana and as far as New York, Chicago, and Atlanta.
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One on one specialized treatment with a licensed therapist who understands the complex nature of the hand and upper extremity, who is going to adapt each treatment session to your individual goals to return each individual to what they enjoy.
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- Arthritis!
- The aches and pains from overuse and repetitive motions of the wrist and thumb especially. Don't let pain or a diagnosis stop you from doing what you love, come see us today!
- CHTs are well equipped to help alleviate and address the pain associated with arthritis in the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder. Not only through direct treatment methods, but also via custom splinting, depending on the situation.
- Arthritis!
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- This is a common misconception, and although every surgeon’s preference varies on this, research suggests early intervention is directly related to better functional outcomes.
- In some cases it is ideal to be seen by your therapist as early as the same day of surgery, believe it or not.
- Questions about your surgery or your surgeon and what to expect before and after surgery? Call or text us today to speak to an expert and learn more.
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Nope! Unfortunately the certification and title should really be Certified "Upper Extremity" Therapist, because that’s what a CHT is. CHT's have significant education, experience, and expertise in treating cervical, shoulder, arm, elbow, wrist, forearm injuries too!
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- A store-bought or “off-the-shelf” splint is made of thick, heavy material and often does not provide the support you need to have a full resolution of symptoms or healing.
- Our custom-made splint fabrications are made of an extremely light weight, and breathable material. We take the time to make sure your splint fits you perfectly, performs properly and resolves all of the symptoms you are having.
- Most custom splinting is covered by insurance, our front office staff will verify your exact benefits prior to any type of fabrication so that you know exactly what to expect.
- To learn more, visit our Custom Split Fabrication page.
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At Lone Peak, we strive to get you seen same day or next day. We recognize the importance of early mobility post surgery, as well as the sense of urgency you may be feeling to address pain, weakness, and stiffness of your elbow, wrist, hand or fingers.
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- All of our Certified Hand Therapy providers accept insurance, as well as our Self Pay Options.
- We do not require a script for you to come see us!
- However, if you have a VA, Medicare and Medicaid we do need a referral prior to your first appointment in order to bill these specific insurance plans.
