About Us
Why Choose Us
At Los Gatos Hand Therapy we provide unparalleled service with only the best approaches for the individual to achieve the most successful results without constraints of insurance parameters. We offer all-natural cutting edge options not offered in the traditional medical model and work towards achieving YOUR goals!
Los Gatos Hand Therapy's work is Published in Stanford Physician's, Chief of Staff, & Team physician for San Jose Sabercats & San Jose State University Sports, Dr. Michael Henehan's book ,"Best Practices in Sports Medicine" best selling book for the past 2 years. LG Hand Therapy works with SJ Sharks & Baracudas hockey teams.
Los Gatos Hand Therapy has also been recognized by the town for 4 years for Best Occupational Health & Best Occupational Therapists.
What is Hand Therapy?
Hand Therapy offers evaluation and treatment services to injuries of the upper extremities such as repetitive stress injuries, arthritis, neurological conditions, tendon and nerve injuries or repairs, fractures, wounds, scars, trauma, entrapment syndromes, myofascial pain, dislocations, reconstructive hand surgeries, complex regional pain syndrome, sports injuries and amputations. After a detailed Evaluation, the Therapist will develop an individualized treatment plan to help the individual reach their optimal goals.
A Hand Therapist is an Occupational Therapist or a Physical Therapist who, through advanced study (Doctorate) specializes in rehabilitation of patients with conditions affecting the upper extremity, neck & upper back. The Therapist is required to fulfill continuing education requirements along with advance skills and education to restore patient's to a productive lifestyle successfully.
What we offer:
-INITIAL EVALUATION: 1 hour
-SHOCKWAVE Therapy: Focused & unfocused.
Excellent for any soft tissue type injuries i.e. tennis elbow, carpal tunnel, trigger finger, plantar fasciitis, achilles pain &scar tissue issues.
-ERGONOMIC evaluations, education, equipment & workstation set-up recommendations
-SALES of Ergonomic equipment, braces, strength training tools, therapeutic massagers, athletic tape
-BIOFEEDBACK
-BLOOD FLOW RESTRICTION/STRENGTHENING
-RANGE OF MOTION/Gain mobility
-JOINT PROTECTION
-TFCC/wrist ligament injuries
-INDIVIDUALIZED HOME PROGRAMS
-WOUND CARE & SCAR TISSUE MANAGEMENT
-SWELLING/EDEMA MANAGEMENT
-MODALITIES such as: Ultrasound, muscle stimulation, electrical stimulation & Normatec,
-SPLINTING/CASTING
-MUSCLE RE-EDUCATION
-ADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT/SELF -CARE RETRAINING
-MASSAGE: Myofascial Release Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Deep & Soft Tissue Massage, Muscle Stripping Massage, Swedish & stretch massage.
SHOCKWAVE
SHOCKWAVE is all natural acoustic waves that carries energy to the affected area to encourages regeneration & restoration of the injured and painful bone/fracture, tendon, ligaments or soft tissue. Shockwave therapy works by releasing growth factors in injured tissue, increasing blood flow, and stimulating hormones and cells that help with healing typically immediately and continuously. The treatment is culminative, whereas its effects build up over time. Most people average 3-5 sessions, but in many cases, one session is enough to reduce pain significantly in worse cases, more is necessary.
DO NOT BOOK for SHOCKWAVE if:
You are pregnant, have cancer, DVT or on blood thinners.
OUR TEAM
LAURANN PUTNAM, OTL, CEES, HTC, CMT
Owner & Occupational Therapist Licensed
Laurann Putnam has 26 years of experience in Occupational Therapy specializing in upper extremity, neck & upper back injuries and ergonomics. She graduated with honors from San Jose State University in Science and Occupational Therapy in 1998. Laurann performed additional Clinical Internships at John Muir Medical Hand Therapy & Trauma beyond the minimum standards required by the ACOTE to obtain excellent experience in the field of hand therapy. Laurann began her professional career studying biomechanics with a research team of doctors that measured strain on the body in a multitude of postures and devised healthier body mechanics in keyboard retraining & all activities of daily living. Upon proven studied data findings, Laurann consulted & taught courses in healthier ergonomics to Fortune 500 companies in the bay area for keyboard retraining including NASA, APPLE, GOOGLE, VISA, etc.
Laurann provides specialized upper extremity/hands and sports therapy rehab to the San Jose Sharks hockey team, San Jose Barracudas, High School, College & Professional athletes in all sports.
She has hosted and was a frequent guest on Dr. Peter Abaci's Radio show: Health Revolution (iHeartRadio) on topics such as Arthritis, Repetitive Stress Injuries, Bodybuilding, Sport related injuries and Nutrition with other Physicians & Therapists.
Her work has been published on multiple elbow, wrist & hand case studies in books: BEST PRACTICES IN SPORTS MEDICINE (1st & 2nd Edition) with Physicians: Dr. Michael Henehan, Dr. Gibson, Dr. Fulmer & Dr. Ghuman via AMSSM (American Medical Society for Sports Medicine).
Licensure: Occupational Therapist Licensed. Certified Ergonomic Evaluation Specialist, Physical Agent Modalities Certified. Hand Therapy Certified. Certified Therapeutic Massage Therapist.
Professional Organizations: Member since 1999 with American Society of Hand Therapy, American Association for Hand Surgery, American Occupational Therapy Association, Psi Beta and Psi Chi Honor Society, Mary Booth University Scholarship recipient.
Interests: Snowboarding, construction & design, motorcycle/motocross, weight training, gymnastics, family & friends, travel and lake life.
OUR TEAM
JULIANA COVARRUBIAS, OTR/L
Juliana is a dedicated Occupational Therapist with a focus on hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. She holds a Master of Occupational Therapy from San José State University and brings a diverse clinical background, including experience in hand therapy as well as the treatment of neurodevelopmental, neuromuscular, and musculoskeletal conditions in pediatric populations.
Driven by a deep passion for helping others, Juliana is committed to supporting her patients in regaining functional skills and returning to meaningful activities that bring them joy. She provides compassionate, individualized care, working closely with each patient to address their unique goals and needs. Her therapeutic approach blends clinical expertise with a genuine desire to positively impact each patient’s recovery journey.
Juliana is fascinated by understanding the anatomical and kinesiology foundations of neuromusculoskeletal rehabilitation, and is committed to lifelong learning, continually exploring the latest evidence-based practices and hand therapy interventions. Juliana has a strong interest in the anatomical and kinesiological foundations of neuromusculoskeletal rehabilitation. She is dedicated to lifelong learning, continually exploring the latest evidence-based practices and hand therapy interventions.
Originally from Brazil, Juliana enjoys connecting with others and learning from different cultures. Outside of work, she finds joy in spending quality time with family and friends—whether that’s sharing a homemade meal, exploring the outdoors, or creating art together.
OUR TEAM
JULIE BARTO, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (COTA)
Julie has been a dedicated Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant since 1998 with a passion for empowering her patients to achieve better movement, reduce pain, and improve their overall quality of life. She takes pride in her hands-on approach, using patient education and individualized care to enhance body mechanics and alleviate symptoms.
Julie is highly proficient in manual therapy techniques for the upper extremities and skilled in the application of therapeutic modalities. Her extensive background also includes hospice care and specialized training in electrical stimulation (e-stim), allowing her to provide comprehensive support for a variety of patient needs. Julie’s approach combines professional excellence with a warm, creative touch, making her an invaluable member of any healthcare team.
Beyond her professional expertise, Julie is a vibrant individual with diverse interests. She’s is a very experienced Dog breeder in the Bay Area of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels for greater than 20 years. Julie is also an avid hiker, movie enthusiast, and a lover of travel and great food. Julie also finds joy in nurturing her plants, which she affectionately calls her best friends, as she strives to outdo her coworker in growing the finest produce, a goal she has not achieved. Her unique hobby of artistic cooking from her ranch reflects her adventurous spirit.
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LOS GATOS HAND THERAPY
114 Royce Street SUITE E, Los Gatos, California 95030, United States
Hours
Open today | 09:00 am – 05:00 pm |
By appointment only
