Glendale Desert Hand & Physical Therapy
Glendale Address
5757 W. Thunderbird Rd., E-465
Glendale, AZ 85306
Phone: 602-843-9945
Fax: 602-843-8775
Hours
Monday-Friday 7:30am-5:30pm
Meet Our Staff
Brittany Moya, OTR/L, CHT
Brittany graduated from Saint Francis University with a Bachelor’s in Allied Health Sciences and Psychology in 2012 and a Master’s in Occupational Therapy in 2013. She began her career as a burn therapist and worked in a trauma and burn ICU for 2 years prior to transitioning to hand therapy. She passed her Certified Hand Therapist examination in 2017 and has been practicing in outpatient hand therapy with Desert Hand and Physical Therapy since 2015. Brittany is the Director of our Goodyear, Laveen & Glendale Clinics as well as Desert Hand & physical Therapy’s marketing team. She specializes treatment in wound care and traumas and has additional training in manual therapy strategies and techniques. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, running, reading and spending time with her husband and daughters.
Jason Michael Darnell, COTA/L
He joined DHPT on May 1, 2023, after graduating from Brown Mackie College in Akron, Ohio.
In addition to his work as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, Jason is a licensed massage therapist and a certified police officer in Ohio.
He loves being a COTA because it allows him to help people improve their quality of life and be part of their journey toward progress. His career goals include continuing his work in hand therapy.
In his free time, Jason enjoys mountain biking, hiking, and spending time with his dog, friends, and family. His favorite life motto is “The Desiderata Poem.”
Kelcee Bacon, OTD, OTR/L
She joined DHPT in 2024 after graduating from the University of South Dakota.
She has a background in outpatient orthopedics and neurology, and her passion for occupational therapy stems from helping people achieve their goals and return to activities that bring joy to their lives.
Kelcee’s professional goals include advancing her career in hand therapy, obtaining her CHT certification, and becoming certified in dry needling. She is a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and the American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT).
In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, exercising, and spending time with friends and family. Her life motto is: “Work hard, be yourself, and have fun.”
Kelsey Melton, OTD, OTR/L
Joined DHPT in 2024 after graduating from Northern Arizona University.
She loves being an occupational therapist because it allows her to help people regain independence in their daily activities, which she finds incredibly rewarding.
Kelsey’s professional goal is to continue her career in hand therapy and work toward becoming a certified hand therapist (CHT).
In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors and being with family and friends.
Reviews
I had an exceptional experience at Desert Hand and Physical Therapy! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted warmly by the wonderful receptionist, Ms. Kim. Her friendly and professional demeanor made me feel right at home. The staff in the back were equally impressive, providing top-notch care and personalized attention. They were knowledgeable, attentive, and genuinely concerned about my progress. I highly recommend Desert Hand and Physical Therapy for anyone in need of excellent care. Thank you to Ms. Kim and the entire team for making my recovery journey a positive one!
Thumb joint replacement surgery Left shoulder injury Brittany PT has been AMAZING and pays close attention to my technique, form and follow through during every one of my sessions. She does not become complacent or inattentive. The staff is very kind and professional as they accommodate your scheduling of appointments. They are welcoming!
Desert Hand has been amazing for my wife. She has multiple amputations on both upper extremities. They have done amazing in preparing her for a prosthetic. They always go above and beyond. The facility is relaxing and everyone is enjoyable to talk with. They know their business. I recommend Desert Hand to anyone needing rehabilitation.
Services
At Desert Hand and Physical Therapy, our skilled physical and occupational therapists specialize in comprehensive upper extremity rehabilitation. We provide individualized care to address a wide range of conditions, ensuring optimal recovery for your arm, shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.
Common Conditions Treated at Glendale Desert Hand & Physical Therapy
Shoulder Pain
• Frozen shoulder
• Tendonitis
• Rotator cuff tear / repair
• Total shoulder replacement
• Biceps injuries / tendonitis• Pronator teres syndrome
• Ulnar nerve entrapment
• Dislocation
• Post operative
Elbow Pain
• Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
• Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis)
• Bicipital tendonitis
• Strain / sprain
• Labral tears / repair
• Arthritis
• Dislocation
• Instability
Arm Pain
• Median, ulnar and/or radial nerve irritation
• Thoracic outlet syndrome
• Brachial plexus Injuries
• Fractures
Wrist & Hand Pain
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Trigger finger
• Post-operative
• Fractures
• DeQuervain’s tenosynovitis
• Tendonitis
• Boutonniere’s deformity
• Swan neck deformity
• Mallet finger
• Triangular fibrocartilage complex injury (TFCC)
• Dislocation
Glendale Address 5757 W. Thunderbird Rd., E-465Glendale, AZ 85306
