Keep Your Muscles In Check
Occupational therapists are experts in making sure you can perform activities of daily living. These three exercises will keep your muscles in check!
Chronic Pain, Injury Prevention, Occupational Therapy
Breathing Technique for Holiday Stress Management
Use this breathing technique for holiday stress management. Anne Nord takes you through steps for proper breathing that calms you down and increases focus.
Chronic Pain, Occupational Therapy, Relaxation, Women's Health
Everything you need to know about an FCE
A Functional Capacity Evaluation or FCE can be ordered to test your abiltiy to carry out everyday tasks on the job. Here is what to expect if you need one.
Occupational Therapy, Workplace Safety
Save your neck with these smartphone tips
Everyone owns smartphones but rarely do smartphone owners use proper posture on their devices. Use these tips to keep your body healthy while on your phone.
Chronic Pain, Injury Prevention, Occupational Therapy, Workplace Safety
The Heavy-Purse Syndrome
Heavy-Purse Syndrome can cause pain, numbness, and tingling in the neck, shoulder, and arms. Find out how to avoid it by following these tips.
Injury Prevention, Occupational Therapy, Women's Health
What is CMC joint or thumb arthritis?
Learn about thumb arthritis. Find out how to identify thumb arthritis and how to use techniques to relieve pain and regain function!
Chronic Pain, Occupational Therapy
Trigger Finger
Learn about trigger finger. If you are suffering from trigger finger, learn about conservative and surgical treatment options.
Chronic Pain, Occupational Therapy
Shoveling: It shouldn’t be a pain in the back!
1. Hands shoulder width apart on the shovel This will help increase your leverage and take stress off your back. 2. Brace your core Keeping your core tight will protect your back and decrease your risk for injury. 3. No twisting Rotating at the hips when tossing snow is a frequent cause of low back […]
Injury Prevention, Occupational Therapy, Workplace Safety