The elbow, wrist and hand share a delicate and intricate relationship.  The bones and muscles of the lower arm must move in an exact rhythm with one another for prime efficiency.  When the lower arm does not work as a precision instrument, certain muscles and bones are over worked. When this happens, muscles break down leading to tendinitis.  Further, as the muscles fatigue,the small joints in the hand may be predisposed to arthritis. The hand and wrist are a complex unit that requires specialized care. For that reason, the certified hand therapist must complete a grueling apprenticeship. Our Hand Therapy Program is under the direction of Beth Croghan, OTL, CHT, CLM.

Beth Croghan OTR/L, CHT has been a certified hand therapist for 9 years.  She has been treating occupational therapy patients for 20 years.  Beth is extremely knowledgeable regarding the upper extremity.  She will work closely with your referring physician to maintain a team approach to your treatment.

Our Certified Hand Therapist will make a customized splint to fit the individual patient. Beth has extensive experience in splinting for various diseases and injuries.  Each splint is individually made using a scientific approach to design and with great concern for individual anatomical and pathological difference.