Edmonton
Hand Therapy Assessments
Initial and Ongoing
Hand Therapy Assessments
Our certified hand therapists have an in-depth knowledge of the upper limb.
Your hand therapist will record specific objective measures in order to create a baseline against which to measure progress.
Physical Tests
These tests are designed to help your hand therapist diagnose your pain or injury, and then determine the best treatment plan for your condition.
Your hand therapist may do several physical tests to determine things such as your:
- Range of Motion (mobility and flexibility)
- Strength and Function
- Ligament and Joint stability
- Reflexes, Sensation
- Nerve Tests
- Swelling Tests and Measurements
- Palpation (which specific ligaments, bones, joints, tendons are tender to touch