Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapy at Beverly Hospital

Many health conditions and injuries limit your independence. They make it harder to perform basic activities, such as bathing, dressing or completing work-related tasks.

At Beverly Hospital, our occupational therapists offer treatments to help you regain your independence. We work closely with your doctor to treat a range of conditions that affect your ability to perform daily tasks.

What to Expect

Our occupational therapists help people of all ages regain their strength and confidence through the therapeutic use of everyday activities. We’ll conduct an individualized evaluation, during which you and your occupational therapist (OT) set your goals. Your therapist will customize interventions to improve your ability to perform daily activities and reach your goals.

Please download and fill out the applicable patient form(s) before you come in for your first visit.

Occupational Therapy Specialty Services

We offer these specialty occupational therapy services:

• Arthritis care
• Custom upper extremity splinting
• Education regarding joint protection and energy conservation
• Hand therapy
• Lymphedema management
• Neurological rehabilitation
• Pediatric rehabilitation
• Post-surgical rehabilitation for the upper extremity
• Treatment of repetitive motion injuries of the upper extremity

Certified Hand Therapists (CHTs)

Since your hands are so important in all aspects of daily living, leisure and work, many of our occupational therapists are also certified hand therapists (CHTs). CHTs have extensive training and experience:

• 4,000 hours or more of hand specialty experience
• At least five years of clinical experience
• Passed a comprehensive exam in hand/upper extremity rehabilitation

Each CHT must renew their certification every five years. This ensures that you receive the best possible care to meet your unique needs.