Certified Hand Therapy
At Norman Physical Therapy, you’ll receive expert care from Alicia Blaylock, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Certified Hand Therapist (CHT). With advanced training and national certification in hand therapy, Alicia brings extensive experience and an exceptional level of knowledge and skill in evaluating and treating conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder.
Certified Hand Therapists are uniquely qualified to treat a highly specialized area of rehabilitation that requires in-depth understanding of the complex anatomy, biomechanics, and healing processes of the upper extremity.
Whether you’re recovering from surgery, managing a chronic condition, or dealing with a sudden injury, Alicia provides customized, evidence-based treatment plans to help restore your range of motion, dexterity, strength, and function.
When appropriate, she designs and fabricates custom splints (orthoses) to protect healing tissues, support injured structures, or enhance functional use of the hand.
Alicia combines this expertise with a compassionate, patient-centered approach to deliver care that’s both effective and empowering. From musicians to mechanics, athletes to artists—your hands matter. Don’t settle for generalized care when specialized expertise is available.
Your hands are essential—trust them with a specialist.
Call Norman Physical Therapy today to schedule your visit and experience the difference expert care can make.
Conditions Treated by a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)
- Fractures involving the elbow, wrist, hand, or fingers
- Tendon lacerations and repairs
- Ligament injuries, including tears and sprains
- Wrist sprains and associated pain
- Burns and partial or complete amputations
- Nerve compression syndromes, including carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel syndrome
- Tendonitis and tenosynovitis
- Trigger finger and De Quervain’s tenosynovitis
- Ganglion cysts and soft tissue masses
- Lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
- Tendonitis of the shoulder, forearm, wrist, or thumb
- Cumulative trauma and repetitive strain disorders
- Osteoarthritis and inflammatory arthritis of the upper extremity
- Deformities such as Boutonnière and Swan Neck
- Post-traumatic arthritis and joint replacement rehabilitation
- Sprains, dislocations, and joint capsule injuries
- Rehabilitation following hand, wrist, or elbow surgery
- Neurologic conditions impacting upper extremity function, including:
- Stroke (CVA)
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
- Cerebral palsy
- Multiple sclerosis (MS)
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
- Ergonomic education and workplace modifications
- Custom orthotic design and fabrication for protection, correction, and function
Meet Our Certified Hand Therapist!
Alicia Blaylock PT, DPT, CHT
Alicia graduated from the University of Central Oklahoma in 2018 with a degree in Kinesiology – Health and Exercise Science, and went on to earn her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center in 2021.
Since then, Alicia has focused her career on hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. She became a Certified Hand Therapist in 2024, a credential that requires extensive clinical experience and a deep understanding of the complex anatomy of the upper limb. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and backgrounds and is passionate about helping people return to the activities they love—whether that’s work, hobbies, or everyday tasks. Alicia believes in a hands-on, individualized approach to care, and values building strong, supportive relationships with her patients.
Outside the clinic, Alicia loves spending time with her family. You can often find her golfing with her husband, chasing around her energetic toddler, playing board games with friends and family, diving into a good book, or staying active with regular workouts. She brings the same energy, care, and positivity from her personal life into every patient interaction.
Her goal is to not only help you heal, but to make sure you feel empowered, educated, and encouraged throughout your recovery. When you’re in her care, you’re not just a diagnosis—you’re a person, and your goals matter.
I have been to a lot of physical therapy places in my life. I’m that wonderful combination of having chronic pain and being accident prone. After coming to Norman physical therapy, I will never again go to anywhere else. The entire staff is amazing. They are knowledgeable, helpful, and extremely patient. Alicia came highly recommended from a friend, and now I am highly recommending her to the rest of you. She will work you hard, but you will laugh the whole time you do it.
After having surgery on my thumb I was sent to Norman PT. I walked in a bit apprehensive not knowing what to expect. After my first session with Alicia Blaylock, I knew the experience was going to be a good one. Not to sound cliche, but it’s like an extension of very close friends and family. Encouraging and supporting one another is a must and there is no shortage of either here!
