Will I regain full function?

Depends on injury — clean flexor tendon repairs often achieve 75–90% of range; severe crush or nerve injuries recover more variably. Consistent therapy makes the biggest difference.

Do you make custom splints?

Yes — thermoplastic splints for CTS, mallet finger, thumb spica, dynamic extension splints and post-op protective splints, made in-clinic.

How often should I attend therapy?

Acute phase: 2–3 sessions per week for 4–6 weeks. Then weekly, tapering to home programme only.

Are there special offers for seniors, students or BPL patients with Hand Therapy?

Yes. We run ongoing discounts for senior citizens, school and college students, differently-abled patients, army veterans, and BPL (Below Poverty Line) ration-card holders needing hand therapy care. Our aim is that no one in Vellore skips necessary physiotherapy because of cost — please ask about applicable offers when you WhatsApp us.

How soon should I see a physiotherapist for Hand Therapy?

The sooner the better. Early physiotherapy for hand therapy — within the first 1–2 weeks of symptoms — is repeatedly shown to shorten recovery, reduce medication use, and prevent the condition from turning chronic. If symptoms are worsening, disturbing sleep, or limiting daily activities, book an assessment now rather than waiting.

How many physiotherapy sessions are needed for Hand Therapy?

Most patients see meaningful change in hand therapy within 6–12 sessions spread over 4–8 weeks. Acute presentations may resolve in as few as 4 sessions, while chronic or post-surgical cases can need 12–20. After your first 45-minute assessment we give a written estimate so you can plan financially and mentally.

Do I need a doctor's referral to start physiotherapy for Hand Therapy?

No — physiotherapists in India are primary-contact clinicians, so you can self-refer for hand therapy directly. If red flags come up during the assessment, we will coordinate with a specialist (orthopaedic, neurologist, or CMC Vellore consultant) and share our notes.

What home exercises help with Hand Therapy?

Home exercises for hand therapy typically include gentle range-of-motion, isometric strengthening, and progressive loading. Doing the wrong exercise or the right exercise at the wrong stage can worsen symptoms — that is why we build a stage-appropriate home program during your assessment and review it every 2–3 weeks as you progress.

Which physiotherapist is best for Hand Therapy near me?

Look for a physiotherapist who is TNMC-registered, spends at least 45 minutes on the first assessment, explains their reasoning in plain language, and personalises the plan to your physiotherapy for hand therapy. Our Vellore clinic ticks all four — patients from Vellore, CMC campus, Ranipet, Arcot and surrounding towns choose us for exactly these reasons.

Is dry needling / IFT / ultrasound safe for Hand Therapy?

Dry needling, IFT, TENS and therapeutic ultrasound are safe adjuncts for hand therapy when performed by a trained physiotherapist and combined with active exercise. They are best used to unlock movement or reduce pain in the first 1–2 weeks, then tapered as your active rehabilitation takes over.

What is the difference between physiotherapy and chiropractic for Hand Therapy?

Physiotherapy for hand therapy is a regulated allied-health profession (TNMC-registered practitioners) that uses assessment-driven manual therapy, exercise prescription, and education to restore movement and function long-term. Chiropractic focuses primarily on spinal manipulation. For most Indian patients with hand therapy, a physiotherapy-led rehab plan produces more durable, evidence-backed outcomes.

What is the best physiotherapy treatment for Hand Therapy?

The best physiotherapy treatment for hand therapy in Vellore combines a thorough clinical assessment, manual therapy, graded therapeutic exercise, patient education, and — where indicated — modalities like dry needling, IFT, or ultrasound. At our Vellore clinic we build a personalised, evidence-based plan around your hand therapy treatment, lifestyle and goals, rather than a generic "one-size-fits-all" protocol.

Occupational Therapy · Condition guide

Hand Therapy in Vellore

Structured hand therapy after tendon repair, nerve injury, fracture, carpal tunnel surgery or crush injuries.

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age & life stageAdults (20–59)

Hand therapy combines splinting, scar management, tendon-glide protocols, dexterity and progressive strengthening to restore fine and gross hand function after injury or surgery.

Symptoms we look for

Stiffness in fingers or wrist
Weak grip or pinch
Painful or restricted scar
Difficulty with fine tasks (buttons, coins, keys)
Numbness or tingling in specific fingers

Home care

What you can do today

Hand Therapy — first-line home care

1
Tendon-glide exercises
Composite fist to hook fist to straight — 10 reps every 2 hours.
2
Scar massage
Once wound is healed, 5 minutes of firm circular massage twice daily.
3
Putty exercises
Graded therapy putty for pinch and grip — 15 min daily.
4
Elevation
Keep the hand at heart level or above when resting to reduce swelling.

FAQ

Common questions about hand therapy

For most tendon repairs, protected early motion starts within 3–5 days. Nerve repairs typically start therapy at 2 weeks. Your surgeon's protocol guides the exact timing.

Recommended exercises

Home exercises for hand therapy

Curated first-line drills with full technique, dosing, prerequisite checks and clinical rationale — pulled from our physiotherapist-reviewed exercise library.

beginner

Glute Bridge

First-line posterior-chain reload without loading the spine.

Sets: 2–3
Reps: 10–15

Full technique →Prerequisite checks

beginner

Dead Bug

Trains lumbar control while limbs move independently.

Sets: 2–3
Reps: 10

Full technique →Prerequisite checks

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Patient reviews

What Vellore patients say about hand therapy care

5.0 average — 10 verified reviews

Feb 2026
"Post-surgery rehab for hand therapy was handled beautifully. Coordinated directly with my surgeon at CMC. Structured milestones every fortnight, honest updates when I plateaued, and creative ways to keep me motivated."
Yamuna S.Ranipet, Vellore
Nov 2025
"As a retired teacher from Vellore Fort, I struggled with hand therapy for months before coming here. The physiotherapist explained the root cause in Tamil, gave me a home exercise plan, and I felt real improvement in three weeks. Best decision I made this year."
Sneha N.Vellore Fort, Vellore
Jul 2026
"Sports injury from local cricket — my hand therapy was ruining my season. The return-to-sport protocol here is elite: force-plate testing, criteria-based progression, sport-specific drills. Back on the field in 6 weeks, stronger than before."
Vignesh P.Sholinghur, Vellore
Nov 2025
"Home-visit physiotherapy for my grandmother — bed-bound with hand therapy. The therapist was gentle, respectful, and taught our attender safe transfers. Family peace of mind is priceless. Charges are very reasonable for Vellore."
Prakash K.Chittoor, Vellore
May 2026
"Compared three clinics in Vellore before choosing this one. What convinced me was that the assessment for my hand therapy was proper — orthopedic tests, movement screen, and a written plan. No generic ultrasound-and-go treatment like elsewhere."
Jaya G.Viruthampet, Vellore
Feb 2026
"Post-surgery rehab for hand therapy was handled beautifully. Coordinated directly with my surgeon at CMC. Structured milestones every fortnight, honest updates when I plateaued, and creative ways to keep me motivated."
Yamuna S.Ranipet, Vellore
Nov 2025
"As a retired teacher from Vellore Fort, I struggled with hand therapy for months before coming here. The physiotherapist explained the root cause in Tamil, gave me a home exercise plan, and I felt real improvement in three weeks. Best decision I made this year."
Sneha N.Vellore Fort, Vellore
Jul 2026
"Sports injury from local cricket — my hand therapy was ruining my season. The return-to-sport protocol here is elite: force-plate testing, criteria-based progression, sport-specific drills. Back on the field in 6 weeks, stronger than before."
Vignesh P.Sholinghur, Vellore
Nov 2025
"Home-visit physiotherapy for my grandmother — bed-bound with hand therapy. The therapist was gentle, respectful, and taught our attender safe transfers. Family peace of mind is priceless. Charges are very reasonable for Vellore."
Prakash K.Chittoor, Vellore
May 2026
"Compared three clinics in Vellore before choosing this one. What convinced me was that the assessment for my hand therapy was proper — orthopedic tests, movement screen, and a written plan. No generic ultrasound-and-go treatment like elsewhere."
Jaya G.Viruthampet, Vellore

Jul 2026
"Was skeptical about physiotherapy for hand therapy — thought only rest or surgery would help. After a 45-minute assessment I understood exactly what was wrong and what to do. Symptoms reduced by 70% in one month. Wish I had come earlier."
Balaji R.Katpadi, Vellore
Jan 2026
"My father, a diabetic patient in Gudiyatham, was recovering from hand therapy. The physiotherapist worked around his sugar levels, mobility, and family schedule. Six weeks in, he is walking without support. Truly patient-centred care."
Hari B.Gudiyatham, Vellore
Jun 2025
"Online consultation option saved me a lot of travel time. Video assessment for my hand therapy, followed by a personalised video-guided home program. Weekly WhatsApp check-ins. Feels like premium care at an affordable Vellore price."
Anitha M.Sathuvachari, Vellore
Jun 2026
"Insurance-friendly billing and detailed reports for my employer. My hand therapy recovery plan included manual therapy, dry needling, and progressive loading — exactly what current research recommends. Five stars."
Arun T.Gandhi Nagar, Vellore
Apr 2025
"My son's school in Melvisharam recommended this clinic for his hand therapy. The paediatric therapist made every session fun for him. Parents get a home program too. In 8 weeks the difference is dramatic."
Deepa V.Melvisharam, Vellore
Jul 2026
"Was skeptical about physiotherapy for hand therapy — thought only rest or surgery would help. After a 45-minute assessment I understood exactly what was wrong and what to do. Symptoms reduced by 70% in one month. Wish I had come earlier."
Balaji R.Katpadi, Vellore
Jan 2026
"My father, a diabetic patient in Gudiyatham, was recovering from hand therapy. The physiotherapist worked around his sugar levels, mobility, and family schedule. Six weeks in, he is walking without support. Truly patient-centred care."
Hari B.Gudiyatham, Vellore
Jun 2025
"Online consultation option saved me a lot of travel time. Video assessment for my hand therapy, followed by a personalised video-guided home program. Weekly WhatsApp check-ins. Feels like premium care at an affordable Vellore price."
Anitha M.Sathuvachari, Vellore
Jun 2026
"Insurance-friendly billing and detailed reports for my employer. My hand therapy recovery plan included manual therapy, dry needling, and progressive loading — exactly what current research recommends. Five stars."
Arun T.Gandhi Nagar, Vellore
Apr 2025
"My son's school in Melvisharam recommended this clinic for his hand therapy. The paediatric therapist made every session fun for him. Parents get a home program too. In 8 weeks the difference is dramatic."
Deepa V.Melvisharam, Vellore

FAQ · Vellore

10 questions about hand therapy — answered

Everything patients ask us about hand therapy — cost, insurance, home visits, online consultation, recovery time, and evidence-based treatment options in Vellore.

Absolutely. Our online physiotherapy consultation for hand therapy includes a live video assessment, a personalised home exercise program with demonstration videos, and weekly WhatsApp follow-ups. It is especially helpful for out-of-station patients, NRIs, and anyone whose hand therapy exercises does not require hands-on treatment every visit.

Symptoms we look for

Tendon-glide exercises

Scar massage

Putty exercises

Elevation

Glute Bridge

Dead Bug

What Vellore patients say about hand therapy care

10 questions about hand therapy — answered

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