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Our hand therapy team is led by highly skilled certified hand therapists (CHTs). Individualized, comprehensive upper extremity treatment is available for repetitive strain injuries, trauma, industrial injuries, and general hand injuries and illnesses. Offered at all sites.*
Physician referral required.
Call the appropriate facility for more information.
[$Fee]

What is a Certified Hand Therapist?

A Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) is an occupational therapist or physical therapist who has a minimum of five years of clinical experience, including 4,000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy. In addition, the Certified Hand Therapist has successfully passed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper quarter rehabilitation. Because of changes in the profession, every CHT is required to demonstrate continued professional development and competency by recertifying every five years.

* Sites:
John Muir Physical Rehabilitation Center, Brentwood
John Muir Physical Rehabilitation, Concord
John Muir Physical Rehabilitation Center, Danville
John Muir Physical Rehabilitation Center, Walnut Creek