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Occupational therapy that returns your independence.

Get back to the activities that matter — dressing, cooking, working, parenting, playing. Occupational therapy focuses on the function behind everyday life, not just the injury itself.

Overview

What is occupational therapy?

Occupational therapy (OT) helps people of all ages do the things they want and need to do every day. While physical therapy focuses on movement, occupational therapy focuses on function — the practical skills behind activities like buttoning a shirt, typing at work, lifting a grandchild, or returning to a hobby.

Our occupational therapists work with patients recovering from stroke, hand and arm injuries, surgeries, arthritis, and conditions that affect daily function. We address fine motor skills, coordination, strength, cognition, and adaptive strategies so you can do more with less effort.

Because Caring Hands Rehab offers both physical and occupational therapy under one roof, we coordinate your full recovery in one place with a single team that knows you.

Conditions we treat

When you need occupational therapy.

Many people don't realize how much occupational therapy can help — until they can't do the everyday things they used to.

Hand & upper extremity

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Trigger finger
  • Hand fractures
  • Tendon injuries
  • Wrist sprains & strains

After stroke or injury

  • Stroke recovery
  • Traumatic brain injury
  • Fine motor difficulties
  • Coordination problems
  • Returning to work

Daily living challenges

  • Arthritis & joint stiffness
  • Difficulty with self-care
  • Adaptive equipment training
  • Energy conservation
  • Home safety

Pediatric & developmental

  • Fine motor delays
  • Handwriting difficulties
  • Sensory processing
  • Coordination disorders
  • School-readiness skills
Our approach

A practical, functional approach.

We focus on what you actually need to do — and build a plan around it.

Hand therapy

Specialized treatment for hand, wrist, and elbow injuries — including post-surgical splinting, scar management, and graded strengthening.

Activity training

Practicing the actual tasks that matter to you — getting dressed, cooking, returning to a hobby — with adaptive strategies when needed.

Adaptive equipment

Recommending and training in tools that make daily life easier: dressing aids, kitchen modifications, ergonomic equipment, and more.

Education & home setup

Energy conservation, joint protection, and home safety strategies that protect your gains and prevent reinjury.

What to expect

How occupational therapy works.

Your OT journey is built around your daily life — not a generic checklist.

01

Functional evaluation

We assess strength, coordination, fine motor skill, cognition, and the specific tasks you need to do every day.

02

Goal-setting

Together we identify the activities you most want to return to, then break them into achievable steps with realistic timelines.

03

Skill rebuilding

Through hands-on therapy, targeted exercises, and graded task practice, we rebuild the underlying skills that support daily function.

04

Adaptive strategies

When function can't be fully restored, we teach modified techniques and adaptive equipment use so you can still accomplish what matters.

05

Return to life

We graduate you when you can confidently and independently do what you came for — with a maintenance plan to keep you there.

Why Caring Hands

Why patients choose us for OT.

Specialized expertise, coordinated care, and a setting designed for focus and dignity.

PT and OT together

When recovery needs both disciplines, we coordinate seamlessly under one roof — no juggling clinics.

Private treatment rooms

Practice personal tasks like dressing or grooming in a private, respectful space — never in front of other patients.

Specialized hand therapy

Our therapists have specific training in hand and upper extremity conditions, including post-surgical care.

Most insurance accepted

We accept Medicare, Medicaid, and most major insurance plans — including Workers Compensation.

Common questions

Frequently asked questions.

What's the difference between PT and OT?

Physical therapy focuses on movement — restoring strength, range of motion, and the ability to walk, run, lift, and bend. Occupational therapy focuses on function — the practical skills behind daily activities like dressing, cooking, working, or returning to a hobby. Many patients benefit from both.

Do I need a referral for OT?

Colorado is a direct-access state, so most patients can begin OT without a physician referral. A few insurance plans still require one. Call (719) 345-4097 and we'll verify your specific benefits.

How long does occupational therapy take?

It depends on your goals and condition. Hand therapy after a simple injury may take 4–6 weeks. Recovery after a stroke or complex surgery can take several months. Your OT will set clear milestones at your initial evaluation.

Do you treat children?

Yes. Our occupational therapists work with pediatric patients on fine motor skills, handwriting, coordination, and developmental concerns. See our pediatric therapy page for more.

Will OT help my arthritis?

Absolutely. OT is one of the most effective non-medication approaches for arthritis. We teach joint protection techniques, recommend adaptive tools, prescribe specific exercises, and help you modify activities so you can stay active.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Bring your insurance card, photo ID, any surgical or referral paperwork, a list of medications, and — if helpful — examples of the daily tasks that have become difficult.

Ready to begin your recovery?

Same-week appointments available. No physician referral required in Colorado. Most major insurance accepted.