What Sets Occupational Therapists A Part
Learn what Occupational Therapists can do to improve your daily life Why Occupational Therapy? Occupational Therapists help people throughout their lives participate in the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of everyday activities (occupations) Occupational therapy practitioners are trained in the STRUCTURE & FUNCTION of the human body and…Continue Reading »
A Splinting Success
Thank you so much for the splint. It is amazing. The one-size-fits-all kind I got from the doctor didn’t work at all. It was itchy and made my wrist hurt more. The one you made to fit me was so comfortable that I was able to wear it. When my swelling went down it was nice to…Continue Reading »
Upper Extremity Tips
Change work tasks every 15-20 mins to not overuse the same muscle groups. Take breaks from work tasks every 30 mins and stretch. Use kitchen utensils with thick handles to use grasp for stirring and not pinch. Write with thick pens. When working at a desk, keep objects close to you to eliminate amount of…Continue Reading »
Healthy Hands Week!
“…man, through the use of his hands, as they are energized by mind and will, can influence the state of his own health.” – Mary Reilly Our hands do so much for us. Think of all the activities that depend on your hands–from earning a living to enjoying your free time—and you will be quick…Continue Reading »
Hand Therapy: What All Do We Do?
I recently had a patient with a finger fracture ask me if I get bored with my job since I only treat hand injuries. Little did he know that I had just finished stretching a patient’s shoulder that was recuperating from rotator cuff repair surgery and my next patient scheduled needed an elbow splint fabricated…Continue Reading »
Why We Value Certified Hand Therapists
People value the use of their hands and any loss of function through injury or accident may have a devastating effect on their lives. So it’s easy to understand the benefits of working with a Certified Hand Therapist. The intricate anatomy of the arm and hand frequently requires very delicate surgery, often with microscopic techniques. The technical…Continue Reading »
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the median nerve, which runs from the forearm into the hand, becomes pressed or squeezed at the wrist. The median nerve controls sensations to the palm side of the thumb and fingers (although not the little finger), as well as impulses to some small muscles…Continue Reading »
What Can A Certified Hand Therapist Do for You?
In March of 2009 the Hand Therapy Certification Commission (HTCC) board of directors adopted the following revised definition of a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT): Hand therapy is the art and science of rehabilitation of the upper limb, which includes the hand, wrist, elbow, and shoulder girdle. It is a merging of occupational therapy and physical…Continue Reading »
