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Which Video Game Controller Is Causing Your Gamer’s Thumb?

December 15, 2025 / 2 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy, Tips / gamers thumb / Leave a Comment

You’ve been grinding, button-mashing, and clutching those joysticks for hours… and suddenly your thumb is screaming at you. Welcome to the world of gamer’s thumb, aka De Quervain’s tenosynovitis—aka thumb pain caused by repetitive gaming. Occupational therapists see this injury more frequently as gaming becomes more popular—and the culprit can sometimes be the console controller […]

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Snow, Ice, and Sore Knees: What You Need to Know This Winter

November 24, 2025 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Tips / slip and fall, sports injury, winter

Winter can be a beautiful time of year, but it also brings cold weather, ice, and snow—things that can make moving around harder and more dangerous. Many people hurt their legs, knees, ankles, and feet during the winter months. The good news: occupational therapists and physical therapists can help you prevent injuries and recover if

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Building Strong Bones: How Therapy Can Support Your Bone Health

October 1, 2025 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy / bone health, OT, pt

We don’t often think about our bones until something goes wrong. They’re hidden under our skin and muscles, quietly doing their job of holding us up and keeping us moving. But bones are more than just the framework of our bodies. Just like muscles, bones need care to stay strong, which is why bone health

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Understanding Flexor and Extensor Tendon Conditions

July 23, 2025 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy / extensor tendon, finger pain, flexor tendon, hand pain, trigger finger

Our hands are amazing tools that help us do just about everything—brush our teeth, open doors, write, and even wave hello. But did you know that tendons in our hands make all of that movement possible? Two very important types of tendons are called flexor tendons and extensor tendons. In this blog post, we’ll talk

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Relieve Tennis & Golfer’s Elbow with These Simple Exercises

June 23, 2025 / 3 minutes of reading / At Home Exercises, Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy / elbow exercises, elbow pain, elbow stretch, golfers elbow, occupational therapy, physical therapy, tennis elbow

If you’re feeling pain around your elbow — especially on the outer (tennis elbow) or inner (golfer’s elbow) part — it’s often due to irritation or small tears in the tendons caused by repetitive motions. Good news: physical and occupational therapy exercises can help ease pain, rebuild strength, and get you back to your daily

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Hand Stretches For Your Carpal Tunnel That Can Be Done Anywhere

April 24, 2025 / 2 minutes of reading / At Home Exercises, Blog, Occupational Therapy, Tips

Carpal tunnel syndrome can make your hands hurt, feel numb, or tingly. It happens when a nerve in your wrist gets squeezed. If you spend a lot of time typing, using a mouse, or doing the same hand movements every day, you might feel this pain. The good news is that stretching your hands and

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Understanding Dupuytren’s Contracture

March 27, 2025 / 2 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy, Tips / Dupuytrens, finger pain, hand issues, occupational therapy

Have you ever noticed your fingers curling toward your palm, making it harder to open your hand fully? If so, you might be experiencing Dupuytren’s contracture, a condition that affects the tissue under the skin of the hand. Let’s explore what this condition is, why it happens, and how occupational therapy can help. What is

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Understanding CMC Arthritis and How Occupational Therapy Can Help

June 26, 2024 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy / cmc arthritis, occupational therapy, thumb arthritis

Carpometacarpal (CMC) arthritis, commonly known as thumb arthritis, is a condition that affects the base of the thumb, causing pain and limiting hand function. This blog will explore the causes, symptoms, and how occupational therapy can help manage CMC arthritis effectively. What is CMC Arthritis? CMC arthritis occurs at the carpometacarpal joint, where the thumb

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Recovering After an Elbow Fracture

May 29, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy / elbow fracture, elbow pain, occupational therpay, OT, physical therapy, pt

Elbow fractures are a common injury, particularly among athletes and the elderly. Recovering from an elbow fracture requires a combination of medical treatment, physical or occupational therapy, and consistency at home. This guide aims to help patients understand the recovery process and tips to ensure a successful rehabilitation. Understanding Elbow Fractures Elbow fractures can

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Occupational Therapy, Your Partner In Injury Recovery

March 20, 2024 / 4 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy / arthritis, hand injury, hand pain, occupational therapy, OT

In the aftermath of an injury, whether it’s a sudden accident or the result of overuse, the path to recovery can be discouraging. This is where occupational therapy steps in, playing a pivotal role in helping patients regain function and get back to the things they love. In this blog, we’ll explore the importance of

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Hockey and Other Common Winter Sport Injuries

November 22, 2023 / 3 minutes of reading / Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Tips / hockey, occupational therapy, physical therapy, skiing, snowmobiling, sports injury, winter sports

Winter is upon us and enthusiasts eagerly embrace the thrill of winter sports. Among the most exhilarating is hockey, a fast-paced game that demands agility, strength, and teamwork. However, along with the joy of gliding across the ice comes the inherent risk of injuries. Occupational Therapists and Physical Therapists play a crucial role in guiding

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Hand Problems to Avoid This Fall

November 1, 2023 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy / autumn, fall, hand health, occupational therapy

As the leaves begin to turn vibrant shades of red and gold, and the air becomes crisper, many of us eagerly welcome the arrival of fall. However, this season comes with its unique set of challenges for our hands. From yard work to seasonal chores and outdoor activities, our hands are put to the test.

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Treating CMC Arthritis With Occupational Therapy

September 25, 2023 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy / arthritis, cmc arthritis, occupational therapy, overuse injury, thumb arthritis, thumb pain

Arthritis is a common condition that affects people all around the world. One specific type of arthritis, known as Carpometacarpal (CMC) arthritis, can make everyday activities difficult due to the pain it causes in the base of the thumb. But here’s some good news: occupational therapy can be a game-changer for those dealing with CMC

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OT and PT Tips This Hunting Season

August 27, 2023 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Tips / exercises, hunting, occupational therapy, physical therapy, safety, tips

Deer hunting season is upon us! This seasonal pastime can be a rewarding and exhilarating outdoor activity, requiring a combination of physical fitness, mental awareness and skill. However, the physical demands of hunting can take a toll on the body, leading to injuries and strains. This is where the occupational and physical therapy come into

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Treating Rheumatoid Arthritis With Occupational Therapy

April 18, 2023 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy / adaptive equipment, hand pain, hand therapy, joint preservation, occupational therapy, rheumatoid arthriris

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune condition where your body attacks healthy tissue and joints, causing pain, swelling, stiffness and deformities in the hands and other joints. There is no cure for RA, but occupational therapy can be used to help manage symptoms when RA affects the hands, giving you a better quality of life.

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Common sports injuries to avoid this spring

March 23, 2023 / 4 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Tips / baseball, elbow pain, golf, knee pain, occupational therapy, physical therapy, Shoulder Pain, soccer, softball, sports injury, spring sports, tennis

Spring sports are on their way and along with sports, come sports injuries. Whether you’re a young athlete or a weekend hobby player, we’ll break down some of the most common springtime sports injuries and will offer some tips on how to avoid these injury to stay in the game. Tennis Tennis elbow is the

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Eat This-Not That. A Guide To Alleviate Joint Pain

February 21, 2023 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy, Tips / anti-inflammatory, arthritis, eat, inflammation, joint pain

While much of joint pain is caused by aging or injury, there are some foods and beverages that can also contribute to the swelling and discomfort associated with arthritic conditions. In this article, we will outline some of the foods that may be doing some harm to your joints and will offer alternatives to have

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How Tech Devices Are Impacting Your Hands and Joints

January 17, 2023 / 4 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy, Tips / back pain, carpal tunnel, cell phone, computer, cubital tunnel, gamers thumb, hand pain, neck pain, Shoulder Pain, technology, wrist pain

Technology devices have become an essential part of our everyday lives. From work and school to phone calls, games and even reading this blog, there is no escaping some type of screen time throughout the day. While these tools have and continue to become increasingly important to our society, they have also caused many to

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Healthy Hands in the Winter

December 20, 2022 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy, Tips / dry hands, hand injury, hands, occupational therapy, slip and fall, snow blower, winter injury

While some people love the winter for the snow covered trees, wardrobe change and seasonal sporting activities, others hate the winter due to it’s cold temperatures, darker evening and slick conditions. Though injuries and illnesses can occur at any time, some are more frequent in the colder months of the year. In this blog we

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How Can Occupational Therapy Help New Amputee Patients?

September 25, 2022 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy, Orthotics / amputee, occupational therapy, prosthetic, scar, splint

Whether at work, in a traumatic event or from a random act, accidents happen; and sometimes those accidents lead to an upper extremity amputation, causing hardship to the patient. Occupational therapy is more than just recovering from carpal tunnel surgery; OT helps people heal after all kinds of injuries and illnesses of the upper extremity,

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