Mitch Riddle
OT, MOT, Hand Specialist

Angela Enger
OT, MOT, CFCE, Hand Specialist

Payton Walling (He/Him)
OTD, OTR/L, CEAS, CFCE

Hannah Melick
MOTR/L

Hand Therapy at Summit Rehabilitation Associates

Specialized Care for Upper Extremity Rehabilitation

At Summit, our Hand Specialists are dedicated to providing advanced clinical treatment for the rehabilitation of the hands and upper extremities. With expertise in a wide range of injuries and conditions affecting the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand, our team is here to help you regain function and improve your quality of life.

Conditions We Treat

Our hand therapy services address a variety of conditions, including:

• Repetitive Stress Injuries (e.g., carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis)
• Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis)
• Fractures and Sprains (finger, hand, wrist, arm, elbow, shoulder)
• Soft Tissue Injuries (sprains, strains)
• Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
• Tendon and Nerve Injuries
• Amputations and Reattachments
• Sports Injuries
• Joint Replacements
• Trigger Finger and Mallet Finger
• Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow)
• Autoimmune Disorders Affecting Hand Function
• Congenital Deformities and Birth Defects

Our Approach

Our hand therapists utilize specialized skills in assessment and treatment to restore function, prevent further dysfunction, and address the progression of pathology. We focus on improving your quality of life through comprehensive rehabilitation strategies, including:

• Custom and Prefabricated Splints/Orthoses
• Pre-and Post-Surgical Care
• Burn and Wound Care
• Manual Therapy (including scar tissue mobilization and soft tissue massage)
• Fine Motor Skill Retraining
• Functional Retraining and Activity Modification
• Ergonomic Assessments and Recommendations
• Therapeutic Exercises
• Work Injury Treatment and Conditioning (including BTE Simulator II)
• Functional Capacity Evaluations

Why Choose Summit?

• Expert Team: Our hand therapists have extensive training and experience in treating upper extremity conditions.
• Personalized Care: We develop individualized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs and goals.
• Holistic Approach: Our therapies address not only physical recovery but also functional and emotional aspects of rehabilitation.
• Focus on Quality of Life: We strive to enhance your daily functioning and overall well-being.

Start Your Recovery Journey Today

If you’re dealing with a hand or upper extremity condition, Summit is here to help you regain function and improve your quality of life. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward recovery!