Jennifer L. Harless, OTR, CHT
Director of Hand Therapy

 

Licensure:

Virginia Board of Medicine in Occupational Therapy

Education:

Medical College of Virginia (VCU), 1989, Magna Cum Laude

Prior Experience:

• 1995-2006, Hand Therapy Coordinator for CJW Chippenham Medical Center
• 1993-1995, Hand Therapist for Hand Management Specialists
• 1992-1993, Director of Hand Therapy for Tri-city Rehabilitation
• 1991-1992, Staff Occupational Therapist for John Randolph Hospital
• 1990-1991, Staff Occupational Therapist for Communicare Pro-Rehab

Presentations:

2003 Surgery and Rehabilitation of the Hand Conference in Philadelphia, PA.; presented on Myofascial Pain of the Wrist

Hand Therapy at Colonial Orthopaedics is a highly specialized service which provides thorough evaluation of any disorder, condition or disease process of the neck, shoulder, elbow, wrist or hand. Our hand Therapist has over 18 years of experience in providing individualized treatment, providing custom splint fabrication, ergonomic education and individualized exercise programs for optimal outcomes. The types of diagnoses most commonly referred to Hand Therapy include the following: Cervical pain/headaches, tendonitis, fractures, nerve compressions, ligament injuries, tendon injuries, arthritic conditions, and myofascial pain syndromes. The close communication between the hand surgeon and the therapist allows for a customized approach for each patient’s course of treatment. This collaborative approach for patient care ensures optimal functional outcomes and overall patient satisfaction.