A Hand Therapist’s Guide to Joint-Friendly Gardening
Don’t let wrist pain or thumb aches keep you out of the dirt this season. Learn how to garden smarter, reduce repetitive stress, and keep your hands healthy from the first blooms of April through the fall harvest.
Is My Cast Too Tight?
A cast should support your healing, not hinder it. I recently saw a patient whose recovery was complicated by a cast that was too tight for too long. Learn how to trust your intuition, identify the warning signs of a restrictive cast, and what you can do to ensure a smoother path to full hand function.
Ergonomics Isn’t Just for the Office: What I Learned About Perinatal Care
Ergonomics isn't just for the 9-to-5 office day. Discover why the nursery is your most demanding workstation and how small adjustments in your daily movement can help you navigate the physical journey of parenthood.
From Constant Pain to “Magic” Relief: An arthritis success story
After 15 years as a hand therapist, I’ve found that the secret to “magic” thumb relief is a multi-faceted approach. See how custom splinting and dynamic stability can change your recovery.