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When recovering from a medical condition, serious injury or surgery, the goal is to return you as closely and safely as possible to a full functional level. Physical therapy and occupational therapy help you focus on enhancing strength, fitness, range of motion, flexibility, coordination and balance while managing pain. Physical and occupational therapists have extensive knowledge about the muscles, joints and bones in your body, and provide treatment plans for conditions like: Hand therapists specialize in rehabilitation programs for patients recovering from hand or upper extremity conditions, including those in the shoulder and elbow. Additional Resources: American Occupational Therapy Association American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons American Physical Therapy Association American Society of Hand Therapists |