Under the direction of Andrew Markiewitz, M.D., UAMS Medical Center has a comprehensive program for the care of injuries and disorders of the hand and upper extremity. The Center provides care for traumatic as well as non-traumatic conditions such as Carpal Tunnel Syndrome workers' injuries and congenital hand problems. Through advanced training and specialized continuing education, Hand Therapy provides treatment for patients recovering from upper extremity injuries resulting from trauma, disease, or congenital deformity. The Workset objectively measures functional activity.
All care is provided by licensed therapists.
Physician referral is necessary. The written referral should include the patient's name, age, and diagnosis, desired treatment specifying frequency and duration, precautions, and the referring physician's signature.