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Tag: Occupational Therapy
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When Thumbs Are a Pain in the Hand
A Certified Hand Therapist, with specialized training for injuries to the hand and arm, can treat thumb and hand pain, weakness, or joint instability.
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Developmental Screening for Children Ages 1-8
On Thursday, April 8, 2021, 4-7 pm, our physical, occupational, and speech therapists are offering a free screening for children 1-8 years of age. Appointment required - call to schedule.
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New Treatments, Relief for Recent or Chronic Pain
In addition to doctors prescribing non-opioid medications for patients with chronic or new pain, therapy services takes a comprehensive approach to providing pain relief. These interventions give hope of recovery from chronic pain and are part of a program referred to as the Pain Neuroscience Education + Program.
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Shoulder Conditions: Rotator Cuff Injuries and Dislocations
Rotator cuff tears and dislocations - common conditions that can affect the shoulders - can often be treated without surgery, but if surgery is needed, it can often be done arthroscopically.
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Auxiliary Presents $20,000 to Therapy Services
Thanks to everyone’s generosity, the Auxiliary’s multi-year pledge to pay for the renovation of the speech therapy and occupational therapy areas is complete. Next year’s Harvest Ball is being planned for October 1, 2021.
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Is Your Shoulder Ready For Summer’s (Social Distance) Activities?
By Michelle Linz, Occupational Therapy Spring is a time when golfing and fishing are a few activities that people can get out and enjoy again, but they may cause irritation or pain in the shoulder joint. Did you know that Occupational Therapists (OTs) work with a variety of issues and diagnoses involving the shoulder joint?...
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Pack It Light, Wear It Right
Today is National School Backpack Awareness Day. Over 23,000 people a year go to the emergency room because of injuries related to backpacks and book bags! It is reported that 55 percent of students carry a backpack heavier than the recommended guideline of 10 percent of the child’s body weight. Watch our video for a brief...
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Incredible Journey to Walk at Graduation: Now onto College
By Jessica S., Starbuck The night of June 1st, 2018 was incredible, not only for me and my family, but it got a standing ovation and brought teachers and people in the audience to tears. I walked across the stage at my high school graduation. It was a goal I had been working hard at...
