Baltimore, MD 21207
1-888-4KERNAN (453-7626)
Programs and Services
Physical Therapy
Programs - Rehabilitation
Physical Therapy (PT)
There are three sites in the Kernan system that offer physical therapy services -- Woodlawn, Timonium, and Kernan Hospital -- all of which offer outpatient physical therapy services for patients with patients with orthopaedic, neurological and amputation issues.
In addition to therapy services for orthopedic, amputee and neurological conditions, the physical therapy center at Kernan Hospital also provides treatment for spinal cord and pulmonary disorders. Physical therapy at Kernan Hospital is provided by quality licensed physical therapists and physical therapy assistants in two spacious therapy gyms equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.
Occupational Therapy (OT)
Occupational Therapy is currently only offered at Kernan Hospital. Licensed occupational therapists and certified occupational therapy assistants at Kernan Hospital help patients overcome orthopedic and neurological dysfunctions of the upper extremities.
In addition to working in Kernan Hospital's state-of-the-art gyms, Occupational therapists use functional training bathrooms and kitchens to help their patients regain the function necessary for their activities of daily living.
Hand Therapy
What is Hand Therapy?
Hand therapy specializes in shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand inuries. Hand therapy is provided by an occupational or physical therapist.
Common conditions benefitting from hand therapy include:
- Arthritis - rheumatoid and osteoarthritis
- Cumulative trauma disorders - CTS, tendonitis (ex. tennis elbow), other nerve entrapments
- Tendon and Nerve injuries
- Fractures
- Burns
- Skin grafts/flaps
- Amputations (Prosthetic training)
- CRPS
- Joint replacements
- Congenital Deformities
- Soft Tissue injuries/Sprains/Strains
- Wounds/Infections
Hand Therapists
Hand therapists administer various evaluations to determine each patient's deficits and a plan of treatment is established. Some of the most common evaluations performed by a hand therapist include:
- Goniometry - the measurement of joint range of motion
- Strength testing - grip, pinch and manual muscle testing
- Edema assessment - the measurement of swelling in the limb
- Wound assessment
- Sensory testing - Determines deficits in nerve function
- Coordination/Fine motor skills assessment
- Prevocational assessment/ Functional Capacity Evaluations - measures preparedness for return to work
- Splinting/bracing needs assessment
- Activities of daily living assessment
- Adaptive Equipment assessment