Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center

12/17/2025

We're proud to share new research from the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center Therapy team: Reduced Pain and Edema Following Delayed Therapy for Flexor Tenolysis

This study found that delaying therapy until three days post-op following Flexor Tenolysis can safely reduce early pain and swelling while still delivering strong, lasting improvements in range of motion.

These findings reinforce how thoughtful, evidence-based therapy timing can improve patient comfort and overall outcomes following hand surgery. Read more here: https://bit.ly/4qcsFRQ

12/09/2025

MEET THE DOC: Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center, an OrthoIndy Practice hand and upper extremity surgeon Dr. Thomas Kaplan treats all conditions of the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder, and has special interest in shoulder arthroscopy and reconstruction, fracture care, and Dupuytren disease. His practice philosophy is to provide both time-tested and state-of-the-art care in a way that emphasizes the patient’s goals.

Learn more about Dr. Kaplan here: https://bit.ly/4oJbWEy

11/26/2025

📢 NOW HIRING: Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center – Therapy Center is currently seeking an Occupational Therapist in both Indianapolis and Kokomo.

Learn more and apply at https://bit.ly/4oVrLZO, or email your CV to dsparks@orthoindy.com.

11/20/2025

11/07/2025

🚨 SAVE THE DATE: Hand Care 2026 will take place from April 30 - May 2, 2026 in Noblesville, IN.

Hand Care has been an Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center and Hand Rehabilitation Center of Indiana tradition since 1984. The meeting was established to share clinical knowledge with the goal of advancing the practice of hand therapy and quality of patient care both nationally and internationally.

Registration opens in late January 2026!

11/06/2025

🏆 OrthoIndy is excited to share that 56 of our physicians have been named 2025 Top Doctors by Indianapolis Monthly. These physicians represent the full spectrum of orthopedic care.

“We are proud to see so many of our physicians recognized by their peers as leaders in orthopedic care,” said Dr. Matthew Lavery, president of OrthoIndy. “This recognition reflects not only the skill and dedication of our doctors but also the teams who support them each day. At OrthoIndy, our mission is to help patients return to the activities they love most, and it is rewarding to see our commitment to outstanding outcomes honored in this way.”

View the full list of OrthoIndy's 2025 Top Doctors here: https://bit.ly/4oTWMgb

10/30/2025

ICYMI: Our very own Danielle Sparks, DHS, MOT, OTR, CHT - Director of Hand Therapy was named the 2025 - 2026 President of the American Society of Hand Therapists - ASHT this past weekend at the annual meeting in Salt Lake City.

Please join us in congratulating Danielle in earning this prestigious position in hand therapy!

10/29/2025

👏 We are proud to announce the newest President of American Society of Hand Therapists - ASHT, our very own Danielle Sparks, the Indiana Hand to Shoulder Center Director of Therapy.

In this prestigious role, she will oversee the ASHT board dedicated to advancing the field of hand and upper extremity therapy by promoting education, advocacy, research and clinical standards.

10/07/2025

Dr. James Fischer is a highly skilled, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in the treatment of the hand and upper extremity. He takes a comprehensive approach to care that is expertly tailored to meet each patient’s unique needs.

Learn more about Dr. Fischer here: https://bit.ly/48QbPmj

10/02/2025

👉 Follow our Hand and Upper Extremity Fellowship Program page on Instagram and X for the latest team updates and highlights!

Learn more about our fellowship at https://bit.ly/4fSW0wZ.

10/01/2025

"Dr Merrelll is complete in his examination, thorough in teaching about the diagnosis, kind and caring, and offers solutions. He follows up and ensures his care has had excellent outcomes. " - rater8 Verified Patient

09/24/2025

"She was able to help us understand the reason for a reverse shoulder surgery and patiently answered all our questions. Felt so much better after talking with her." - rater8 Verified Patient of Suzanne Cornelius, PA