Hand in Hand Occupational Therapy of L.I., PLLC

Hand in Hand Occupational Therapy of L.I., PLLC Hand in Hand Occupational Therapy of Long Island is a full service center for adults and children located in Hauppauge, NY!

We are now the premier Occupational Therapy & Pediatric Occupational Therapy group in Long Island. Our full service Rehabilitation center specializes in the treatment of the Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist & Hand. Along side the following treatments, we provide a variety of classes. Please see our website for more details. WE ARE CERTIFIED HAND THERAPISTS

Specializing in treatment of:

• Fractures/Disloc

ations of the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand
• Wounds/Lacerations, including tendon and nerve injuries, amputations
•Nerve Compression Syndromes: Carpal Tunnel, Radial Tunnel, Cubital Tunnel
•Repetitive Strain Injuries
•Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
•Ligamentous Injuries, including sprains, tears and reconstructions
•Tendinitis/Tenosynovitis, including trigger fingers, DeQuervain’s, golf and tennis elbow
•Ganglion Cysts
•Arthritis/Joint Replacements
•Athletic Injuries, Performance Arts Injuries
•Shoulder Impingement, Replacements, and Rotator Cuff Repairs
•Neurological including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s, and Stroke

Check out our social media:
https://beacons.page/handinhandotli

05/09/2026

A little hand therapy in action for the future OTs presented by Dr. Noha Elfar, CHT, OTD and owner of Hand in Hand OT LI!

A few clips from Noha giving pre-OT students at Stony Brook University a closer look at hand therapy.

From testing grip strength to demonstrating different therapeutic exercises, Noha gave students a hands-on look at how hand therapy helps build strength, improve function, and support a return to the activities that matter most.

Thank you

Why are we still using a definition that clearly isn’t landing with the public? OT is often explained in vague terms tha...
05/03/2026

Why are we still using a definition that clearly isn’t landing with the public? OT is often explained in vague terms that don’t match the scope of practice, and even the “PT is lower body, OT is upper body” comparison oversimplifies both fields. There’s a much more accurate way to describe what we actually do.

Help us give a shoutout to Megan Casey, OTR/L, CNS!She spearheaded our ABC OT Month, took the lead from start to finish,...
05/01/2026

Help us give a shoutout to Megan Casey, OTR/L, CNS!

She spearheaded our ABC OT Month, took the lead from start to finish, and most importantly our patients genuinely love working with her! They appreciate how well she listens to their concerns and addresses them in order to get them back to their daily life and be able to do the things they love again.

Megan is a board certified Occupational Therapist and Certified Neuro Specialist. She earned her Master’s in OT from Stony Brook University in 2023 and completed her CNS training in 2024. She treats a wide range of orthopedic and neurological upper extremity conditions, including fractures, post stroke impairments, nerve injuries, finger amputations, and CRPS. She also fabricates custom orthotics. She is currently preparing for her Certified Hand Therapist credential.

Outside the clinic, she enjoys traveling, hiking, skiing, and training for triathlons. That active lifestyle carries into her work helping patients restore function, confidence, and independence.

This summer she will be getting hitched near scenic Grand Teton! 💍👰🏻‍♀️

We are proud to have her on the team! 🥳

04/12/2026

It’s 2026 and peg boards are still around. Why haven’t we updated some of our treatment approaches? Are they truly functional in practice or just familiar from school? How can we evolve our skills to better match real world needs?

And how many of us are tired of the same clinic treatments, the laughs, the jokes, and just going through the motions?

Curious what OTs and students think 👀

04/04/2026

🔥 Dealing with De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis? We got you.

In this reel, we’re breaking down simple, effective ways to calm the pain and build strength 💪

✨ What we’re doing:
❄️ Ice → helps reduce inflammation + pain
🤲 Adductor pollicis stretch + massage → improves mobility and decreases tension
🏋️ Eccentric tendon strengthening → shown to support tendon healing and load tolerance
🎯 Kinesiology taping → provides light support and proprioceptive feedback

💡 Why it matters:
Research shows that progressive loading (especially eccentrics) + symptom management strategies can improve tendon function and reduce pain over time.

Save this for later & try it out 👇

⚠️ Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional for diagnosis and individualized treatment

01/25/2026

Exercises will be explained in detail on our stories this week….don’t miss it! 👀

From extension & flexion to supination, pronation, and radial & ulnar deviation we’ve got all the moves to keep your wrists happy and healthy.

❄️ Cozy up this snow day and give your wrists some TLC!

💡 Exercises are for educational purposes only. Full demos on our stories this week!

01/14/2026

Watering plants. Reaching a shelf. Pulling a door closed.

These movements all require coordinated shoulder flexion, extension, and rotation. Strong shoulders are important for control, efficiency, and making everyday movement easier. Strengthening the shoulder through its full range supports long-term joint health.

Disclaimer: For educational purposes only. Consult a healthcare professional before starting new exercises.

01/10/2026

Occupational therapy is not an afterthought.

What we do is skilled, intentional, and essential to function, participation, and independence.

OT deserves space, respect, and recognition in care plans, in conversations, and at the table with patients.

Our profession is facing real challenges in Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement including cuts to payment rates, limits on telehealth coverage, complicated billing rules, and lower state Medicaid fee schedules that threaten access to care. These issues make it harder to sustain quality OT services for the people who need us most.

This reel is for the everyday work we do
and the advocacy that still needs to be done.
Because OT was never an afterthought.

Disclaimer: The exercises shown in this video are for educational purposes only and may not be appropriate for everyone. Always consult a licensed occupational or physical therapist before starting any new exercise program.

12/31/2025

As we close out the year, we just want to say thank you 🤍
Thank you for believing in us, supporting us, and showing up for a small hand therapy clinic on Long Island that truly cares.

Every follow, share, comment, and message reminds us why we do this. We are so grateful to grow alongside such an amazing community of therapists, patients, and supporters.

This year was about learning, healing, and connection and we’re just getting started.
More to come in the new year
More pop quizzes
More clinical guides
More reels and stories
More real-life cases and real education

From all of us at Hand in Hand Therapy, thank you for being part of our journey. We can’t wait to continue growing together ✨

12/28/2025

Thumb CMC osteoarthritis can make everyday tasks more challenging, but the right exercises, activity modifications, and joint protection strategies can help reduce pain, improve strength, and support thumb function.

This reel highlights simple, practical tips to promote thumb stability, maintain mobility, and decrease stress on the CMC joint during daily activities.

Watch this reel for quick guidance, and check our stories for more in depth education including exercises, demonstrations, joint protection techniques, and brace tips coming up this week.

Disclaimer
This content is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace individualized assessment or treatment. Always use clinical judgment and consult a licensed healthcare professional for personalized care.

Address

521 Route 111 Ste 200
Hauppauge, NY
11788

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+16317607800

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