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Understanding Hand Growth Plate Injuries and Their Treatment Options

July 15, 2019 / 5 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy

Growth plates are the end areas of bones within children’s bodies. They are marked by cartilage and have not ossified yet. This makes them particularly susceptible to damage, especially when combined children’s high rate of activity and propensity for injury. Within this post, we will explore key areas related to growth plate injuries, including: What […]

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Understanding Median Neuritis: Exploring the Condition, Complications, and Treatment Options

June 26, 2019 / 4 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Median neuritis is a leading cause of carpal tunnel syndrome, or CTS. The median nerve runs the length of the arm, but when it becomes inflamed (neuritis) or entrapped, it can cause a wide range of symptoms generally associated with CTS, including lack of grip strength, pain, swelling, and more. Within this post, we will

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A Real Pain in the Thumb: Your Guide to Gamekeeper’s Thumb

March 28, 2019 / 5 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy

When your favorite activities are compromised because of pain, it can be incredibly upsetting. Also known as the ulnar collateral ligament, this area of the body can have some serious pain. Read on for more information on what gamekeeper’s thumb is, activities that can not only lead to it but also can interfere with it,

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How to Keep Your Fitness Resolution (Without Hurting Yourself)

December 17, 2018 / 2 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Physical Therapy

Now that you’re committed to living a healthier life, let’s talk about the safest way to begin exercising. Take this advice, and you’re less like to end up at one of our offices being treated with physical therapy. See a doctor Thought we were going straight to the gym, right? Not just yet. If you’re

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A woman with arthritis grabs her knee in pain. Physical therapy can help arthritis pain relief.

Can Physical Therapy Help Arthritis?

December 17, 2018 / 2 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Physical Therapy

Arthritis presents you with a painful dilemma. It hurts to move, but your pain will only get worse unless you move. When you’re diagnosed with osteoarthritis, it may be difficult to see a bright side. The condition causes chronic pain, and there’s no cure for it. It isn’t just the pain that makes having arthritis

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Image of a hand holding an ice cream cone. Dairy is one of many foods that cause inflammation.

5 Foods (You Love) that Cause Inflammation

December 17, 2018 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Tips

Inflammation is what happens when your body perceives a threat. Your body protects itself by sending white blood cells into tissue. That causes swelling, and that swelling causes pain. Diet is one of the most common causes of inflammation. Choosing your foods carefully can save you from the side effects of inflammation Here are a

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A man skiing downhill, a source of common skiing injuries.

Common Skiing Injuries (And How to Avoid Them)

December 17, 2018 / 4 minutes of reading / Blog, Physical Therapy, Tips

While it’s an exhilarating sport, skiing can lead to a wide variety of aches, pains and serious injuries. In this post, we’re going to point out some of the common skiing injuries that our therapists treat patients for. How popular is skiing in Michigan? The state is ranked second in the nation for the

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Top 10 Football Injury Comebacks

November 19, 2018 / 5 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

With a will to win, some of these NFL stars have come back from significant injuries to once again dominate their sport. Their tenacious outlook is one that any person, in any walk of life, can use when going through surgery or physical therapy. For inspiring comeback tales, see how these 10 NFL stars returned

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Why Physical Therapy is Important

November 12, 2018 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Physical Therapy

Almost everyone, at some point in their life, can benefit from physical therapy and the skilled workers who oversee it. Physical therapists are well educated to work with people of all ages and abilities, whether they are recovering from surgery, or trying to recover from a condition that causes pain and limits your ability to

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Kids can get gamers thumb from playing video games for an extended period.

Gamer’s Thumb and Other Gaming Hand Injuries

September 18, 2018 / 4 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy / gamers thumb, hand pain, occupational therapy, thumb pain, video games

Have you ever had a sore thumb after playing video games for 4 or 5 hours? You could be suffering from a repetitive stress injury nicknamed “gamer’s thumb.” In this post, we’ll answer a few common questions about gamer’s thumb. We’ll tell you how this condition can be treated, and how you can prevent it.

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Why you should see a Certified Hand Therapist

August 6, 2018 / 2 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy, Tips

At Motus Rehabilitation, we like to boast that each of our offices has a Certified Hand Therapist on staff. But what is a Certified Hand Therapist, and why should you ask to be referred to one? What is a Certified Hand Therapist? A Certified Hand Therapist is an Occupational Therapist who has at least

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Learn about the different types of pitching arm injuries.

Common Pitching Injuries in the Elbow and Shoulder

June 12, 2018 / 6 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Physical Therapy

Pitchers from the pros on down to Little League are at risk of injury from repetitive use. In fact, 64% of parents recalled their children having arm pain as a result of pitching. Learn more about the common injuries caused by pitching. And learn how they can be prevented. There are few feelings as

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Typing on a computer all day may increase your chances of getting carpal tunnel.

How to Prevent Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

June 12, 2018 / 5 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy, Orthotics, Physical Therapy

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a debilitating condition. It causes pain and limits both range of motion and strength in the hands, wrists, fingers, and forearms. The condition is largely related to work in which repetitive hand motions are the norm. Some occupations may increase your risk for carpal tunnel syndrome. Those who type or

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A patient receives physical therapy in Detroit MI.

Physical Therapy vs. Occupational Therapy

May 9, 2018 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

People often confuse physical therapy and occupational therapy. The difference between the two is their goal. Physical therapy focuses on improving mobility. Occupational therapy focuses on enabling patients to complete daily activities. This post highlights the similarities and differences of PT and OT. It can be easy to confuse occupational and physical therapy. Each

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Occupational Therapy for Carpal Tunnel

May 9, 2018 / 3 minutes of reading / Blog, Health, Occupational Therapy

There are few conditions as commonplace today as carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel is often caused by overuse and repetitive motion with the fingers or hands. Carpal tunnel syndrome affects the fingers, wrist, hand and forearm. Symptoms include tingling, numbness and pain. A range of surgical and nonsurgical treatments is available. In this post, we’re

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Industrial rehabilitation is occupational therapy designed to get people back to work after an injury.

Industrial Rehabilitation Services

April 4, 2018 / 2 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Sometimes an injury causes more than just pain. It prevents people from providing for their families. Industrial rehabilitation is therapy designed to get people back to work. Occupational therapists use exercises that simulate job activities. If you have been injured and are trying to return to work, Motus can help. Learn how Motus Rehabilitation

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Bowler’s Elbow and Other Common Bowling Injuries

April 4, 2018 / 4 minutes of reading / Blog, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy

Do you have pain after bowling? Read on to learn about common bowling injuries, how they are treated, and how to prevent them. Is bowling becoming a pain in the arm? Pain can often keep bowlers from one of their favorite weekly activities. And injuries can affect work life as well. If you’ve got

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How to Avoid Injury While Biking

June 21, 2017 / 1 minute of reading / Blog, Health, Physical Therapy, Tips / bike, bike ride, bike safety, biking, gloves, handlebars, safety, wrist

Bikers may experience hand pain and decreased grip strength. There are a variety of ways to protect oneself from these symptoms.

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Eight Lawn Mower Safety Tips

June 21, 2017 / 1 minute of reading / Blog, Health, Tips / backyard, landscape, lawn mower, lawn mower safety, safety, summer, yard

As warmer months roll in, many homeowners spend time cleaning and maintaining their yards. It’s important to follow safety rules in order to prevent injury.

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10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor Before Surgery

June 21, 2017 / 1 minute of reading / Blog, Health, Tips / doctor, doctor appointments, exercise, pain, physical therapy, surgery, therapy

We understand that preparing for surgery can be overwhelming. That’s why we created a list of 10 questions to ask your doctor before surgery to help prepare and hopefully ease your nerves.

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