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Hand Therapist Approved Work from Home Stretches

Posted on January 6, 2021 by Shelia M. Tenny, OTR/L, CHT

Co-author: Nicole Kertz, OTS With more people working from home in the New Year due to COVID-19, there has been...
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How to Safely Remove a Ring from a Swollen Finger

Posted on December 16, 2020 by Shelia M. Tenny, OTR/L, CHT

If you’ve ever had a ring stuck on your finger, it can cause a bit of panic and frustration. For...
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Tips to Avoid Cold Weather Injuries

Posted on December 9, 2020 by Shelia M. Tenny, OTR/L, CHT

As the cold weather sets in, it’s important to take precautions to avoid injuries due to freezing temperatures. In this...
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Why is My Finger Stuck?

Posted on November 27, 2020 by Shelia M. Tenny, OTR/L, CHT

Our hands are some of the most complex and delicate structures of our body. If your fingers have ever gotten...
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Get a Grip on Fall: Joint Protection Tips for Your Hands

Posted on November 23, 2020 by Athletico

Co-author: Sofia Monarrez Fall season is here! Sweater weather, crisp and chilly mornings, colorful foliage, and pumpkin flavored everything are...
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Safe Thanksgiving Cooking Tips from a Hand Therapist

Posted on November 20, 2020 by Justin Schvach, MOT, OTR/L

Co-author: Amy Frederickson Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to show gratitude and enjoy the company of family and friends. This...
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Knock Out Fun: Recreational Boxing Safety Tips

Posted on August 14, 2020 by Lizzy Miotti PT, DPT

As people continue to focus on their health and find new ways to work out and exercise throughout the pandemic,...
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Helping COVID-19 Patients Recover

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Kathy Prampin, PT, MPT, OCS, COMT, Cert MDT

The COVID-19 pandemic has affected most of us in some way. For those diagnosed with COVID-19, symptom presentation is variable....
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