Tanya Coats Occupational Therapy
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Sometimes we can do a great job taking care of ourselves during the day, but our sleep positions can undo all our hard work. Many of the problems that hand therapists treat, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, arthritis, or even tendonitis can be exacerbated by pressure while we are sleeping. This …
Cubital tunnel syndrome: Hand numbness and tingling is not always carpal tunnel syndrome. I have a funny tingling in my small and ring fingers while holding my cell phone to my ear or while holding a book when reading in bed. Why? That “funny” sensation could be compression of the ulnar nerve at the elbow. …
After an injury, surgery, or onset of certain conditions, your doctor may ask you to see a hand therapist. Your prescription for therapy might include the need for a custom orthosis, commonly referred to as a brace or splint. A custom orthosis is a device that is molded to and worn on a specific body …
I sit at a desk most of the workday, keyboarding. My wrists and elbows are always aching. Is there anything I can do? If you spend most of your day at a desk, your work station should be evaluated and adjusted to ensure proper positioning and desk posture. Your work station should be set up …