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Occupational and hand therapy near you in Bristol, TN
The Ballad Health Hand Center in Bristol, Tennessee provides personalized therapy services for our patients as they work toward moving more comfortably and returning to the activities that matter most to them.
Our clinic offers occupational therapy and hand therapy services in a calm, welcoming space where patients receive one-on-one care from experienced therapists and providers.
Our rehabilitation team is dedicated to serving the Bristol community and Sullivan County. We care for patients of all ages, and every treatment plan is created with your comfort, goals and pace in mind.
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Outpatient rehabilitation and therapy in Abingdon
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Occupational therapy
Occupational therapy helps you feel more confident with daily activities like dressing, bathing, cooking and working.
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Hand therapy
Hand therapy improves strength, movement and function in the hands, wrists and arms.
Conditions treated with outpatient rehabilitation and therapy
Our therapy team works with patients experiencing a wide range of conditions and concerns. As a patient, your care will always be tailored to your needs.
Post-surgical and post-procedure care
- Treatment following surgical carpal tunnel release
- Joint replacements
- Nerve repair
- Tendon repair
- Amputations
Nerve, tendon and repetitive use conditions
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Repetitive or overuse disorders
- Tendonitis, including tennis elbow and golfer’s elbow
- Trigger fingers
- Mallet finger
- Fractures and injuries of the wrist, elbow and shoulder
- Crush injuries
- Work-related injuries
- Upper extremity wounds (burns, skin grafts, and acute trauma)
- Elbow injuries
Chronic, degenerative and pain conditions
- Arthritis
- Joint deformities
- Joint stiffness
- Contractures, including Dupuytren’s contracture
- Hypermobility
- Cysts
- Upper extremity pain disorders
Specialized therapy programs
Hand therapy services and interventions
We provide a wide range of hand therapy services to help improve strength, movement and comfort in your hands, wrists and arms. Our therapists create a personalized care plan to support your healing and long-term recovery.
Our Bristol clinic offers services such as:
- Custom splinting
- Desensitization therapy to use exposure to retrain hypersensitive nerves
- Muscle strengthening
- Join and soft tissue mobilization
Pediatric physical therapy and rehabilitation
Our pediatric therapy services support children as they grow, learn and move. Care is provided in a safe, encouraging environment, and is designed to be engaging and focused on each child’s unique needs.
Advanced therapy and rehabilitation
Our therapy clinic is designed to support advanced rehabilitation for a wide range of needs. You’ll have access to various equipment to support your treatment, including ultrasound, plinth adjustable tables, whirlpool hydrotherapy and more.
Our skilled therapists provide hands-on care through a variety of services:
- Wound care – Specialized care to support healing, protect the area and reduce the risk of infection.
- Activity modifications – Guidance on adjusting daily activities to reduce strain, protect healing areas and prevent future injury.
- Kinesiology taping – Flexible tape applied to support muscles and joints while improving movement and reducing swelling.
- Home exercise programs – Personalized exercises to help improve strength, movement and recovery between therapy visits.
- Scar and swelling management – Techniques used to reduce scar tightness and swelling while improving comfort and movement.
- Baltimore therapeutic equipment (BTE) – An interactive rehabilitative system that replicates tasks and tracks progress across therapy sessions to help inform treatment changes.
How to get started with outpatient rehab or physical therapy?
Do I need a referral?
Many patients begin outpatient therapy with a doctor’s referral, though insurance requirements may vary.
We recommend that you speak with your doctor or provider about any conditions you have that may cause pain or restrict your activities.
Scheduling an appointment
Once your doctor provides a referral, you or your provider's office can contact our clinic directly to schedule your first visit.
You can also use the Ballad Health app to view and manage your healthcare appointments, access visit details and keep your schedule organized in one convenient place.
Preparing for your first visit
Please arrive about 15 minutes prior to your scheduled visit to complete new patient paperwork. You should also bring your physician order for therapy, insurance card and a photo ID.
We also recommend you wear comfortable clothing that allows for easy movement. You can expect to begin treatment on the same day as your initial visit and evaluation.
Frequently asked questions about outpatient rehab and our clinic
Outpatient rehabilitation includes therapy services you receive at a clinic while continuing to live at home. Appointments are scheduled, and you’ll return home the same day like any other typical doctor’s visit.
Physical therapy focuses on movement, strength, balance and comfort. Occupational therapy helps support everyday activities like getting dressed, bathing, cooking and working.
An occupational therapist helps people of all ages improve skills needed for everyday activities. Our occupational therapists provide personalized, hands-on care to support your independence, safety and confidence at home, work and throughout daily life.
A hand therapist is an occupational therapist or physical therapist who specializes in treating conditions affecting the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder. Certified Hand Therapists have a minimum of three years of clinical experience, including 4000 hours or more in direct practice in hand therapy and have successfully passed a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills.
Hand therapy should not cause pain. Some exercises or movements may feel challenging or uncomfortable at times, especially during healing, but your therapist will always work at a safe pace and adjust treatment to your comfort level.
Some patients feel better after a few visits, while others feel improvements gradually. Your therapist will track your progress and adjust your plan as needed.
We are located within Bristol Regional Medical Center on the second floor of the west side of the hospital.
Enter the hospital using the automatic doors beside the Leonard Family Breast Center and take the nearby elevators to the second floor. Once you’ve reached the second floor, take a left and walk straight until you’ve reached the cream-colored doors. You should see signs for our clinic.
Patient parking is available at the west entrance of the hospital.
Our fax number is (423) 844-4149.
We recommend wearing comfortable clothing and supportive shoes so you can move easily.
Contact us
Schedule your appointment or ask us about any of our services by calling (423) 844-4116.
