Tanya Coats Occupational Therapy
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Signs you may have a fracture If you have fallen on an outstretched hand, caught your finger in the door or knocked your finger in a game and are not sure if you have fractured your bones, here are some signs to look for. Tenderness at the site of injury Bruising or colour changes Pain, which …
I think I have a hand fracture, what do I do now? Read More »
Ergonomic products for your desk and workstation Whether you have elected to keep working from home, or you have returned to the office, it’s always important to ensure your desk and workstation is set up properly. The term ‘ergonomic’ is one widely used to refer to the desired computer-area set up. Put simply, ergonomics is …
Many people have heard of certain common conditions that affect the hand. They may even know the symptoms of those conditions and certain ways to treat the problems. However, I find that very few of my patients actually understand what is happening inside their body to produce a given problem or set of symptoms. Hopefully, …
Causes and Treatment of Common Hand Problems: Trigger Finger Read More »
When you’ve injured your hand or wrist, and you need help, where do you turn? The list can be long and confusing: physical therapy, occupational therapy, hand therapy. Which one do you make an appointment with? Does it matter? Actually, it does. There is a difference between a physical therapist and a hand therapist. Choosing the …