Occupational Therapy
Occupational Therapists work to return their patients to their activities of daily living. They work individually with each patient to address their functional capabilities, goals, hobbies and interests for return to a higher level of function and independent living. The health system features certified lymphedema therapists, certified hand therapists along with advanced knowledge in pediatrics.
Common conditions that may require occupational therapy are:
- Hand trauma or hand surgery
- After surgical procedures
- Sprains and strains of the arm
- Decreased flexibility and strength
- Repetitive injuries
- Neurological diseases
- Vision deficits
- Stroke, head injury and spinal cord injury
- Lymphedema and other edema conditions
- Wounds and burns