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Cascade Hand Therapy Cascade Hand Therapy in Fort Myers offers specialized hand and occupational therapy. Accepting various insurance plans, we ensure accessible care for all.

Welcome to Cascade Hand & Orthopedic Rehab in Fort Myers, where we specialize in comprehensive hand and occupational therapy. Our certified therapists provide expert care for shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand injuries, offering services like custom splint fabrication, manual therapy, and scar management. We cater to both surgical and non-surgical needs with evidence-based, individualized treatment plans. Visit us for same-day orthosis and post-operative appointments, and experience our professional, patient-focused approach to rehabilitation.

06/20/2026

Sometimes wounds need a little help moving along.

Debridement is the process of removing dead or non-viable tissue that can get in the way of healing. When that tissue is left behind, it can slow progress, limit motion, affect sensation, and leave the finger looking less than ideal as it heals.

By carefully removing devitalized tissue, we can help expose healthier tissue underneath, improve the healing environment, and allow the finger to move more freely. Patients are often surprised by how much better the finger looks and feels afterward.

Without a doubt, BEST decorated hand therapy splint I've seen in years!!This patient had a finger flexor tendon repair a...
06/08/2026

Without a doubt, BEST decorated hand therapy splint I've seen in years!!

This patient had a finger flexor tendon repair and transformed the dorsal block orthosis we fabricated into "Mr. Slithers"; WE LOVE IT!

I believe attitude is a huge contributor to positive and good outcomes and she is clearly motivated and making the best of the current situation!

Post-op and already feeling free 🙌🏼This patient came to us immobilized past the wrist in a heavy, sweaty surgical dressi...
04/09/2026

Post-op and already feeling free 🙌🏼

This patient came to us immobilized past the wrist in a heavy, sweaty surgical dressing for a P2 finger fracture and left with this custom hand-based orthosis made with Orfilight 1/16” Black NS by

The difference was night and day.

Why Orfilight is our go-to for post-surgical hand and finger splinting:

Up to 30% lighter than similar materials, you immediately feel the difference

Micro-perforated for airflow and temperature regulation; a must living in Southwest Florida 🌴

Soft, foamy feel against the skin, minimizing irritation

Matte black finish resists fingerprints; easier to look pretty (which translates into patient compliance)

Non-stick coating means it won’t adhere to bandages or stockinette

Memory; making it remoldable as swelling changes

Custom orthotic fabrication is both one of the most underappreciated and underdeveloped skills in hand therapy. This hand splint is well molded to his anatomy, leaving neighboring fingers free to move and function while stabilizing and protecting exactly what needs protecting.

He left smiling. That’s the whole point of why we show up day after day 🙌🏼

This patient had a long-standing hand contracture with her fingers curled into her palm for years. She had tried multipl...
03/02/2026

This patient had a long-standing hand contracture with her fingers curled into her palm for years. She had tried multiple prefab and custom splints over that time, none comfortable enough to wear consistently.

Following recent surgery, we had a real opportunity to work on reducing the contracture and improving finger extension. Realistic expectations were important here; we knew a full correction wasn’t a practical goal.

What mattered most was finding something she would actually use. After hearing her history with splints, we decided to try something different. We took an exercise cone and converted it into a night splint. Padded, comfortable, and sized to gently position her fingers into some extension, not allowing flexion to the palm.

It’s the first splint she has ever been able to wear through the night! That’s a win!

Sometimes the best intervention isn’t the textbook one. Listening to your patient’s experience and being willing to adapt is half the work.

Can't straighten your fingers? Sometimes, the "handwich" is the best answer, as much as I hate to say it!History of mult...
12/02/2025

Can't straighten your fingers? Sometimes, the "handwich" is the best answer, as much as I hate to say it!

History of multiple surgeries, multiple providers, less than ideal outcomes, recurrent contracture due to both scar and Dupuytren's.

Assessing the situation and needs of the patient is most important. The "handwich" is the easiest way for this individual to work on low load prolonged extension mobilization.

We make sure to pad them well for more comfort during use, it leads to better compliance.

Future Hand Therapy provider in the making! Check out this AWESOME volar wrist orthosis made by our Level I fieldwork ...
11/28/2025

Future Hand Therapy provider in the making!

Check out this AWESOME volar wrist orthosis made by our Level I fieldwork COTA student this week! That is ready to hit the real world and better than many experienced orthoses I've seen over the years!

We enjoyed having you in the clinic, Malia!

Radial Gutter orthosis turned out absolutely great using Multifit! It's easy to work with, great drape, just right rigi...
11/20/2025

Radial Gutter orthosis turned out absolutely great using Multifit!

It's easy to work with, great drape, just right rigidity, looks great in its matte black, and no fingerprints! Pro tip, rivet your straps in awkward, small, curvy areas for long term success!

But & I need help; neither or sell this specific black micro perf sheet and I want more in the clinic. Someone help me please?

Represented Cascade Hand at the 2025 ride in Estero, FL this weekend! Got to meet and chat with in person after living...
11/16/2025

Represented Cascade Hand at the 2025 ride in Estero, FL this weekend!

Got to meet and chat with in person after living in Chicagoland for most of my life and eating ice cream.

Also met and had a great conversation with former president and Stacey Doyon, not pictured, since we had our custom jerseys on! Who else is already looking forward to Singapore 2028?!?

Custom Low-Profile Radial Nerve Palsy Orthosis!This splint maintains wrist and finger extension while allow for function...
10/21/2025

Custom Low-Profile Radial Nerve Palsy Orthosis!

This splint maintains wrist and finger extension while allow for functional active finger flexion after radial nerve injury.

Multifit 2.4mm Mini Perf was used along with neoprene loop to create the finger slings.

Custom middle and ring finger MCP immobilization orthosis following revision extensor tendon surgery due to attenuation ...
09/24/2025

Custom middle and ring finger MCP immobilization orthosis following revision extensor tendon surgery due to attenuation + tenolysis.

Addition of rolled splint material spanning the MCP volarly to ensure he does not overpower the orthosis and creep into MP flexion. IPs free per MD to reduce adhesion potential.

Address

8200 College Pkwy Ste 204
Fort Myers, FL
33919

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

Telephone

+12393448404

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