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On November 12, 2020 Sarah completed a Certified Hand Therapist exam and on December 3, 2020 she has learned she passed the examination - we all knew she would. As soon as you meet Sarah you know she is destined to be a Certified Hand Therapist and now she is officially one. https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/what-is-carpal-tunnel-syndrom daily 0.75 2021-01-21 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/what-is-carpal-tunnel-syndrom/Blog Post Title One-wjrnt monthly 0.5 2021-01-21 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1611258942366-CAJ0139FFVU27T04ND12/CTS+Pic+1.JPG What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? - What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1611259136948-30IWW0W40JV5F7VLX5KI/CTS%2BSplint2.jpg What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? - What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1611259170527-LO1YQNK9RA346N7X9LZL/CTS%2BSplint%2B1.jpg What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? - What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/what-is-a-ucl-injury daily 0.75 2021-03-16 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/what-is-a-ucl-injury/Blog Post Title One-8r7dn monthly 0.5 2021-03-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1615934337887-I9390BMIAQQOJ0JZVUYL/UCL+pic2.png What is a UCL Injury? - What is a UCL Thumb Injury aka Skier’s Thumb? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1615934522596-QGCM9E0G878CWOY9CMFY/UCL%2Bpic.jpg What is a UCL Injury? - What is a UCL Thumb Injury aka Skier’s Thumb? https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/our-langford-clinic-is-expanding daily 0.75 2021-05-12 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/our-langford-clinic-is-expanding/Blog Post Title One-lmm96 monthly 0.5 2021-05-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1620858316959-77GLL3Q02HIUMEYS6G2L/20200810_153053.jpg Our Langford Clinic is Expanding!!! - Langford is Expanding! - Here is a before picture of the Langford Clinic. Before any walls were removed and floors ripped up. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1620858084374-HDHYTXRYFRUFQRATF2T3/IMG_1863.JPG Our Langford Clinic is Expanding!!! - Langford is Expanding! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1620858084559-PBKHS9V1N2L5T9MJSUWL/IMG_1853.JPG Our Langford Clinic is Expanding!!! - Langford is Expanding! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1620858166976-EJYIL7LUL52ERYYUXM65/IMG_1937.JPG Our Langford Clinic is Expanding!!! - Langford is Expanding! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1620858167077-OVGYRUXET32WFFTHLLA8/IMG_1934.JPG Our Langford Clinic is Expanding!!! - Langford is Expanding! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1620857997185-ACH9BN7GS0U56JIR70ER/IMG_1974.JPG Our Langford Clinic is Expanding!!! - Langford is Expanding! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1620857997363-GZ412P6R4MIEGCP1SCGF/IMG_1971.JPG Our Langford Clinic is Expanding!!! - Langford is Expanding! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1620857997920-YC1SJBQHXKAAAMBEZ4IE/IMG_1970.JPG Our Langford Clinic is Expanding!!! - Langford is Expanding! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1620857998099-E9F88OXF3BKV6NCVHHRT/IMG_1968.JPG Our Langford Clinic is Expanding!!! - Langford is Expanding! https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/what-is-involved-in-a-finger-dislocation daily 0.75 2021-06-15 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/what-is-involved-in-a-finger-dislocation/Blog Post Title One-3b2ky monthly 0.5 2021-06-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1623788143738-FSPKA22PCG20MQWYJZ6X/Bony-Anatomy-of-the-Hand-1.png What is involved in a finger dislocation? - What is involved in a finger dislocation? In terms of the proximal interphalangeal joint (PIP joint), dislocations may occur in 4 different directions and thus produce 4 different results. These results are: medial/lateral instability, volar plate disruption, and boutonniere deformities. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1623786839642-7GYGZKJOPWVQPF8ODUCM/Screenshot+2021-06-15+125340.png What is involved in a finger dislocation? - What is involved in a finger dislocation? - Medial/Lateral Instability This dislocation is caused by a disruption of a collateral ligament. Treatment includes buddy taping, which allows for supported flexion and extension. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1623787105589-R03FH35XUHA6M3T9OMP3/volar-plate600+%281%29.jpg What is involved in a finger dislocation? - What is involved in a finger dislocation? - Volar Plate Disruption This occurs when the volar plate is partially or fully torn or avulsed (detached/separated). Treatment includes splinting of the PIP joint in 30° flexion, gradually increasing to full extension/straightening of finger over 3 weeks, while allowing the PIP/DIP to continue to bend. Splinting is encouraged for up to 6 weeks. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1623787907558-LU2ABR74RAOQVBXV5SIM/Screenshot+2021-06-15+123915.png What is involved in a finger dislocation? - What is involved in a finger dislocation? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1623787907608-4ND5ZMC2PD7SXA50AMRY/Screenshot+2021-06-15+123931.png What is involved in a finger dislocation? - What is involved in a finger dislocation? https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1623787956789-GURY0M8PZJXQSBC247FE/Screenshot+2021-06-15+123841.png What is involved in a finger dislocation? - What is involved in a finger dislocation? https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/happy-semiretirement-clare daily 0.75 2021-07-15 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/happy-semiretirement-clare/Blog Post Title One-daakg monthly 0.5 2021-07-15 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1626376204108-QADUZ2UNC4IXZ0HTH5E2/unnamed.jpg Happy Semi-Retirement Clare - Clare’s Semi Retirement - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/dequervainstenosynovitis daily 0.75 2021-09-17 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/dequervainstenosynovitis/Blog Post Title One-yjdea monthly 0.5 2021-09-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1631904544426-K9EBW24SGTP9R10AXYYR/DeQuervain%27s+photo.png What is DeQuervain's Tenosynovitis - What is DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis? - Tenosynovitis is an inflammation of the synovial sheath that surrounds a tendon. It is caused by overuse or injury of the underlying tendons. DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis (also known as Mommy’s thumb) is a tenosynovitis of the sheath surrounding the tendons at the base of the thumb. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1631904617072-D709H8NS4ZCE4DUU2WDS/splint%2Bfor%2Bwebsite.jpg What is DeQuervain's Tenosynovitis - What is DeQuervain’s Tenosynovitis? - An individual with DeQuervain’s will experience pain at the base of thumb, as well as tenderness and possible signs of swelling at the wrist. Pain is exacerbated by bending the wrist towards the little finger or moving the thumb towards the little finger. 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In the early stages, the joint may ache after use. Later you will begin to notice that the joint swells at times, and it may become more difficult to open out the thumb from the base. The middle joint begins to compensate and becomes more mobile. https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/congratulations-suzanne daily 0.75 2022-07-22 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/congratulations-suzanne/Blog Post Title One-8k8ed monthly 0.5 2022-07-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/fa242dc9-909f-4eee-8146-99166095c05e/unsplash-image-Dq5K4jP1R_Q.jpg Congratulations Suzanne!!! - Congratulations Suzanne! - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/what-is-a-crush-injury daily 0.75 2023-02-27 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/what-is-a-crush-injury/Blog Post Title One-xet7l monthly 0.5 2022-10-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/c8dc64e5-bca9-49fa-812f-7f0e4277df53/Crush+Injury+normal+finger.png What is a Crush Injury? - What is a crush injury? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/addc4dbc-758c-4242-bd79-e7898b7d88ef/Crushed+finger+injury.png What is a Crush Injury? - What is a crush injury? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/christmas-dinner-2022 daily 0.75 2022-12-12 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/christmas-dinner-2022/Blog Post Title One-m7sg5 monthly 0.5 2022-12-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/86e51e8c-3f6d-4668-a49f-28aa1ff2443c/Xmas+Party+2022.jpg Christmas Dinner 2022 - Christmas Staff Dinner 2022 - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/blog-1-2 daily 0.75 2023-04-18 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/blog-1-2/Blog Post Title One-djfbm monthly 0.5 2023-04-18 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1681829405489-XIKGVT9Y4YYI9GPVM2YH/20230331_132323.jpg Goals in Recovery - Recovery Goals https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1681829405436-WKG5KJEAOIT8DGVIFHRT/20230331_132330.jpg Goals in Recovery - Recovery Goals https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1681829406388-VL7TCRF620YPHF42ZQMU/20230331_132337.jpg Goals in Recovery - Recovery Goals https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/whats-in-a-name daily 0.75 2023-06-16 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/whats-in-a-name/Blog Post Title One-b7zrh monthly 0.5 2023-06-16 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1686938960538-4F9XFVS91UQNSGBXNG7Z/image-asset.jpeg What's in a Name? - What’s in a Name? - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/blog-1-3 daily 0.75 2024-02-27 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/blog-1-3/Blog Post Title One-ty3hg monthly 0.5 2024-02-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/3ca17cc3-7a8e-4ca3-beed-f93c120512fa/Distal+Radius+%23.png Distal Radius Fractures - Distal Radius Wrist Fractures - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/continuing-education daily 0.75 2024-04-25 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/continuing-education/continuing-education monthly 0.5 2024-04-25 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/icbc-notice daily 0.75 2025-04-16 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/faqs daily 0.75 2020-08-04 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/home daily 1.0 2026-03-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1596502512587-OJ3LM1VI82P4KKLVWSVB/IHTCvictoria.jpg Home https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/careers daily 0.75 2025-12-11 https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/about-us daily 0.75 2023-04-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1597008075030-ZV64KWUR4OXQ1S7982V8/image-asset.jpeg About The Clinic - About the Clinic https://www.islandhandtherapy.com/our-team daily 0.75 2025-12-08 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1600896921173-2YH5K69C0MJV1HUOC3X5/IMG_3280.jpg Our Team - Lana Speirs B.Sc. P.T., C.H.T. Physiotherapist, Certified Hand Therapist Victoria Clinic Lana graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 1987 and is a Certified Hand Therapist. Lana is an experienced therapist that sees each client as a new challenge and also as an individual with a unique story. In her free time, Lana can be seen biking and running around the roads of the Saanich Peninsula. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1600896772521-XVG9MM8IMJWECODEKMEF/image-asset.jpeg Our Team - Lillian Horvath B. Sc. P.T., C.H.T. Physiotherapist, Certified Hand Therapist Victoria Clinic Lillian completed her Bachelor in Physical Therapy at the University of British Columbia. She worked as a physiotherapist in Vancouver, Saudi Arabia and Toronto before coming to work at IHTC in 2007. Shortly after starting at our clinic she became a Certified Hand Therapist. In her spare time, Lillian enjoys movies, live music, traveling and spending time with her family. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1600289918615-V3ONUOLHBBHQAYNZC7BT/IMG_3326.jpg Our Team - Janine Drummond M.P.T., C.H.T. Physiotherapist, Certified Hand Therapist Victoria Clinic Janine completed her Masters in Physical Therapy at the University of BC after completing an MA at University of Victoria and a BA at the University of the Fraser Valley. Shortly after completing her M.P.T., Janine joined the team at IHTC. She likes working in a focused area of rehabilitation and having the opportunity to hone her clinical skills. Janine is an avid cyclist and appreciates she is able to bike to work (almost) year round here in Victoria. She enjoys being active and hikes, jogs and walks her dogs in her free time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1600290205373-3M9OPS93R99IJTRHG42I/IMG_3331.jpg Our Team - Suzanne Chenier B.Sc. P.T. Physiotherapist, Certified Hand Therapist Langford Clinic Suzanne completed her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy at McGill University in 1987. She started working out of our Langford location in February 2020, Suzanne felt it was time to branch out and broaden work as a physiotherapist. She had worked on a Hand Service in a Calgary hospital soon after graduating and really enjoyed the work. Suzanne loves living in Victoria so she doesn’t have to shovel show and loves how we have a smaller city with everything a big city has to offer – giving it a small town feel. In Suzanne’s downtime, she enjoys relaxing with a good book, a good crossword puzzle or working on some crochet. She loves the sport of soccer and has played since she was 16. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/092af716-e649-4fdd-a8a1-e3ad27b962f3/Kalpit.jpg Our Team - Kalpit Dalwadi M.P.T. Registered Physiotherapist Langford Clinic Kalpit holds a Master of Physiotherapy in Rehabilitation from India (2013). Having dedicated years to serving patients in India, he later pursued a degree in Health Care Management from Cape Breton University upon immigrating to Canada. Currently contributing his expertise at IHTC, Kalpit adopts a holistic approach to patient care, recognizing the uniqueness of each individual. Beyond his professional commitments, he finds joy in watching movies, driving, and engaging in invigorating workouts during his leisure time. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1600289843815-S9UVZICBBBL4CN11VKR1/IMG_3270.jpg Our Team - Kamal Mehta M.Sc. (O.T), OTR/L, C.H.T. Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist Langford Clinic Kamal completed her Masters in Occupational Therapy from the University of Bombay, India. After working for several years as an OT in Mumbai, Connecticut and Ithaca, NY; Kamal moved with her family to Victoria in 2008 and was presented with an opportunity to work at IHTC in 2009. She received her Certification in Hand Therapy in 2010. Working at IHTC gives Kamal great satisfaction in seeing her client’s improve and return to their daily activities. She has met some very nice people and loves working with a very co-operative and easy-going group of colleagues. When not at work, Kamal spends most of her spring and summer days in her garden. She also enjoys cooking, reading and going for walks. Victoria is a lovely place to call home where Kamal can enjoy nature all year round! https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/d0309058-cff1-4cf1-91a7-0dc78a8dfc4e/IMG_7120.jpg Our Team - Kristen MacDonald M.Sc. O.T., C.H.T. Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist Victoria Clinic Kristen completed her Occupational Therapy, Master of Rehab Sciences degree at the University of Alberta. She found she loved working in the field of Hand Therapy and joined our team after relocating from London, Ontario, where she worked in Hand Therapy for the last 5 years. She has also worked in Kitchener and Edmonton in Hand Therapy previously. She fell in love with Vancouver Island when visiting friends and family and decided to take the giant leap of faith to move across Canada so she could enjoy our island scenery and take advantage of being outdoors more. When Kristen is not out and about exploring the west coast, she loves travelling, cooking and pottery. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/369dee24-7b25-444c-bae3-265e927a5a9f/Noah+pic.jpg Our Team - Noah Marasco-Milner Kinesiologist, Return to Work Coordinator Victoria and Langford Clinics Noah decided to pursue a career in helping people when he saw how much physiotherapy and kinesiology helped his dad after a diagnosis of Chronic Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) in 2012. Noah has now completed his Bachelor in Kinesiology at UVic. Since moving to Victoria 4 years ago, Noah has become a serious foodie and still manages to find some small hole in the wall spots. When he’s not out checking out some good food spots he enjoys playing lots of music on his guitar/bass, hiking and rock climbing. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1600448313920-Q7KPJ4ZRQ5UVPIKIK2G0/Resized_20200917_091907.jpg Our Team - Abbie Victoria Office Manager Abbie initially knew about the clinic because she delivered lunches to the clinic every day, then started with IHTC in 2005 when she was interested in starting a new career in office administrative duties and was offered a position. She graduated from the MOA course through Camosun College in 2006 and now manages our Victoria Location and assists the other clinics when needed. She enjoys making people feel welcome the moment they walk in the door as well as seeing the progress clients make with their injuries. Abbie is a born and raised Victorian and loves exploring our many beautiful parks and beaches with her son and spending time with her family and friends. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1710514323965-RHPQH39R8Q279P41BK7S/image-asset.jpeg Our Team - Kellie Langford Office Manager Kellie completed her MOA and OA (double diploma) at Sprott Shaw College and started at IHTC in 2010. People can be met with Kellie’s humor when walking through the door and she enjoys greeting our clients, loves learning all there is to learn in hand therapy and most of all likes the other staff members. Raised in Victoria, Kellie loves spending her free time at home and playing with her granddaughter. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/82c7bac1-4c3f-4e5a-a28e-dc659d02548f/Tracy+photo.jpg Our Team - Tracy Langford and Victoria Assistant Manager Tracy joins our team with a career change after spending some time working in Merchandising in 5 departments in a retail store. She had spent time as an Administrative Assistant which has prepared her for working with us at IHTC. She grew up in Victoria and would never leave such a beautiful place. She enjoys taking in a Victoria sunrise or sunset. She enjoys working in her garden, traveling in her RV throughout BC and capturing nature through photography.. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1633380921337-NTXOOUUVVGPIZQL4V9NB/20211004_123847%2B%25281%2529.jpg Our Team Simran Victoria Office Administrator After completing her MOA certificate through Camosun College in 2018 and working in a couple medical offices, Simran started with IHTC in May 2021. Simran is very efficient, enthusiastic about work and loves keeping busy in the office. Simran is now working hard on her Practical Nursing Degree. When she has a spare moment in between work and school, she enjoys doing some arts and crafts as well as spending time with her family and friends. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/e4d4555a-fe81-40f3-b1a6-0a9a8cc8456c/Kristen.jpg Our Team - Kristen M Victoria Office Administrator Kristen M joined our team at the end of 2022 after running her own business for several years and has been a wonderful addition to our front desk team. You’ll be greeted with her kind smile and demeanor when you come into the office. An almost empty-nester, Kristen will fill her days snuggling and playing with her new kitten or camping with her husband. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/4d995635-a6a0-481d-bb26-cb1bf6513b85/Val.jpg Our Team - Valeria Victoria and Langford Office Administrator Val moved to Victoria to attend UVic and completed her Diploma of Business Administration. She joined our team after family friend/client suggested she send us a resume. Her timing was great as a position had opened up shortly after. She enjoys meeting new people which is a good thing in the administration world. Val enjoys playing tennis, going on hikes, and hanging out with friends at local coffee shops. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1709587316572-AIGC5STD36IPR14QCCM7/image-asset.jpeg Our Team - Daniela Victoria and Langford Office Administrator Daniela was eager to gain experience as an administrator after completing her diploma at UVic as a Business Administrator. IHTC fit perfectly for what she was looking for. She enjoys spending time with her co-workers and learning not only the administrative duties, but also the specific terminology that comes with Hand Therapy. Daniela finds Victoria to be a calm city but at the same time there is always something new do to or try. 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Mallet finger is a “droop” of the fingertip caused by a disruption of the extensor tendon (the tendon which straightens the finger), with or without an avulsion fracture. Common causes include a direct blow (i.e. stubbing the finger, finger getting caught in fitted sheet when making the bed) to the fingertip or a laceration over the fingertip. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f28836195842f744bc9147c/1604448201287-K7FHA0CEL5NU3DVR3JW2/mallet%2Bfinger%2B2.jpg What is a Mallet Finger? - What does IHTC do to help recover a mallet finger? For the first 6 – 8 weeks a hyperextension stax splint/orthosis is worn 24 hours/day. The fingertip must be supported at all times. Even when cleaning the finger and splint/orthosis during the splinting process there are methods available to keep the finger hyperextended. If the finger is allowed to “droop” this will disrupt any tendon healing which has taken place. 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