Imagine Life Without Hand, Elbow Or Wrist Pain

Imagine Life Without Hand, Elbow Or Wrist Pain

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IMAGINE life without your hand wrist or elbow pain. We can help!

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Laurie Walters, OTR/L, CHT Laurie’s entire career as an occupational therapist has been devoted to the care of individuals with shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand injuries. As an occupational therapist she focuses not only of the actually disease or injury, but on the functional impact to the person as a whole. Laurie has continuously advanced her skills through hand therapy and occupational therapy continuing education. She has also developed her professional skills by working directly with physicians, other therapists, and numerous other allied health professionals. Over the years, she has made thousands of custom hand splints (orthoses) and adaptive equipment designed to solve difficult problems. When she is not working, Laurie enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She enjoys working with her own hands to create stained glass and to knit.

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NEWSLETTER

Hello, and welcome to our newsletter for Hands for Living. If you are getting this newsletter, then you must be a past patient of ours or a friend or family member. We want to keep in touch with all of our patients and let them know how things are going at our practice. We even included

INSIDE: • PATIENT SPOTLIGHTS • SUDOKU • DO YOU HAVE SHOULDER, ELBOW WRIST PAIN? • EXERCISE FOR YOUR ARMS • IS HAND PAIN STOPPING YOU? Are you in Pain? Call Today And Start Feeling Better Fast! 425-368-7943

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a fun game, see below. We also have some great success stories, an offer and some helpful information. We always want you to know you are welcome to come back and see us if your aches and pains have returned, or if you are having pain from a injury from long ago. We are here to help you.

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Patient Spotlight “My finger is so much better!” “JoAnn is the most patient and fun medical person to visit. I was in so much pain with a severely damaged finger when I went to see her that I was scared for anyone to touch it. She made it feel so much better that I was looking forward to my weekly therapy sessions with her. My finger is so much better and only thanks to JoAnn. I couldn’t recommend a better ‘hand repairer’.” - Christine J. 8 6 3 2 9 3 2 7 4 9 5 1 1 8 6 5 3 8 6 9 7 1 6 7 8 4 5 9 7 2 3 1 8 9 8 9 3 2 4 9 7 6 7 1 4 6 8 5 6 2 9 1 4 8 4 3 6 2 6 7 3 5 1 4 2 4 3 6 5

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Do You Have Shoulder, Elbow or Wrist Pain? You try to get through the day, but that nagging pain in your shoulder, elbow or wrist just keeps your attention focused on it. It sure is hard to concentrate on work, your family and other activities you need to do! We can help you get back to living!

It is common to fixate on that body part that hurts. The thought is that because it hurts there, the problem is right there! However, this is often not the cause. You see, the bodypart that is painful is usually the one that is doing all the work, because other areas are not doing their job. The body is truly amazing and all the parts work together as one whole, most of the time. However, when an area of your bodybecomes weak or stiff because it was abused from poor posture, stress or injury, even an old one, other areas strain from the overwork to pick up the slack. A common word that is used for this type of repetitive injurystrain is called “tendonitis”.This issimplyan inflammation of the tendons of that area, which attach muscles to bones. For example, a very common complaint is tennis elbow and even pain in the forearm or wrist area.

However, why is this happening in the first place?

to overwork. As this happens over time, you start to notice aches and pains in your wrist and elbow. If this goes on too long, it becomes severe andyou seek out medical help. Typically a brace may be put on the area, but that is not where the problem is, right? It’s because your shoulder was stiff and weak fromyour slouching. Now, a good occupational therapist has the right medical training to spot where your posture is not optimum and how you are compensating. With the right evaluation and treatment fromHands For Living,you can be back to doing what you like to do, quickly and easily. Then with the training we give you, you can help yourself stay well for the long haul and knowwhat to do to prevent the problem from happening again. Give us a call today ifyour shoulder, elbow or wrist is hurting, we can help!

The upper extremity works in 3 parts, the shoulder, elbow and wrist. They rely on each other to make the incredible movements ofyour arm soyou can reach grasp and do ordinarydailytasks we take for granted. They rely on your posture to be good in order to function properly. When you slouch or sometimes do a repetitive task, like reaching across your desk, certain muscles can become too tight or strongwhile others become weak. This muscle imbalance leads to that area not working as well as it should. For example, you sit at a desk all day and you slouchyourshoulders.Now,yourshoulder doesn’t work as well, but you still move your mouse around withyour arm, which causes your wrist and forearm muscles

ELASTIC BAND INTERNAL ROTATION Try this movement if you are experiencing arm pain.

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While holding an elastic band at your side with your elbow bent, start with your hand away from yourstomach,thenpulltheband towards your stomach. Keep your elbow near your side the entire time. Repeat 10 times on each side. Always consultyour therapistorphysicianbefore startingexercisesyouareunsureofdoing.

Why Choose Hands For Living?

• Expert, caring, and cost-effective evaluation of your injury or concern. • Information about what has happened and what can be done to help. • Specialized exercises and instructions to complete between sessions. • Comfortable and precise customorthoses (splints), if needed, to protect your elbow, wrist, or hand or improve motion. • Care of wounds, scars, swelling, and injuries to tendon, nerve, bone, muscle or soft tissue. • Practical ergonomic instructions to prevent injuries.

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Is Hand Pain Stopping You From Living Life The Way You Should? YOU CAN GET THE RELIEF YOU NEED AT HANDS FOR LIVING!

Patient Spotlight “Thank you for giving me my hand back!” “Thank you, Laurie and JoAnn, for giving me back my hand! When I came to you, I was pretty discouraged. I couldn’t even write a grocery list, and the inability to write was significantly impacting both my professional and personal life. Writing is a large part of what I do for my job, and it’s my most satisfying personal pastime. Today, I can write for as long as I want and it’s pain-free! What a difference! I just wanted to thank you both for helping me achieve this important restoration.” - Donna Cameron FREE Pain Relief SCREENING • Arthritis Prevent injuries, shorten recovery time and

Your hand and wrist are an amazing, complex part ofyour body that allows you to touch, grasp, hold and manipulate most everything you do in the day. Just imagine ifyour hands were not working properly. For many people this is a reality and a painful one they face each day. Each hand and wrist contains, 29 bones, 29 major joints, 123 ligaments, 17 muscles in the palm and 18muscles in the forearm and numerousnerves.There isa lot that needs to work together at the right time and right place. When you suffer from pain in the hand or wrist this can be a result of overuse, arthritis, injury and even congenital problems. Having an expert to evaluate, and then put you on the right path to having the maximum use of your hand again, begins with seeing a hand therapist. A hand therapist is needed when pain, dysfunction, trauma or disease processes occur at the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow and/or shoulder. Due to the complexity of the hand and upper extremity, a hand therapist should be your first choice for rehabilitation.

Hand and wrist pain can be for a variety of reasons, such as movement, limitation due to crush injuries, fracture, tendon lacerations, nerve injuries, burns and wounds, carpal tunnel syndrome (nerve compression), Dupuytren’s contracture, Dequervain’s synovitis, Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy/ Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. The key to less pain in the hand is regaining the proper movement of the joints and regaining the strength of the muscles in the hand, forearm and even shoulder. At Hands For Living, our expert hand therapists treat wrist and hand paineveryday.Wealso provide advanced evaluation and fabrication of custom splints for hand, elbow and shoulder support. Ifyoubelievethatyoumayneed therapy for your hand, wrist, elbow or shoulder please call us today. The sooner we see a patient, the more optimum it is for their recovery, so don’t delay. We will get you back to feeling better today and get you back to doing the things you have beenmissing out on. We will get results for you!

• Shoulder • Arm pain

improve your flexibility with a free screening. CALL TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOURS! 425-368-7943

• Hand pain • Elbow pain • Wrist pain

Shoulders • Elbows • Wrists • Hands 19203 36th Ave W, Suite 103 Lynnwood, WA 98036

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A ONE DAY SPECIAL OFFER FOR ALL PRESENT AND PAST PATIENTS OF Hands for Living Dear Valued Client, 2017 marks Hands for Living’s 6th year of serving our valued clients! We want to do something special to celebrate! This is our BIG THANK YOU for allowing us to serve you. To thank you, our valued clients, we are having a day of completely Free Exams for: •All loved ones, family, friends, neighbors and co-workers of our past and present patients If you are a past or present patient, then call 425-368-7943 to schedule your Free Exam. If you are referring a friend or family member, give them the certificate included in this letter and have them call 425-368-7943 to schedule their Free Exam. The day of Free Exams will be on: THURSDAY, MAY 11TH FROM 11:00 AM TO 6:00 PM The Free Exam consists of a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with either JoAnn Keller or Laurie Walters. The therapist will talk with you about the history of your problem. They will take measurements to test how well you are moving and to test your strength. After a thorough exam, they will give you a written copy of: 1. The cause of your pain or problem. 2. A plan for successful treatment. The appointments are free, but are limited as each OT only has 13 available spots. Call 425-368-7943 now to schedule your Free Exam. The Free Exam is ideal for people suffering with: •All past clients who have not been seen in therapy in more than 3 months •All present clients who have another problem currently not being treated

• Shoulder Pain • Arthritis • Tendonitis

• Hand and Wrist Pain • Elbow Pain • Work Injuries

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If you are having pain or problems with day to day activities such as cooking, dressing, opening bottles/jars, sleeping, work, hobbies or sports, then this is an excellent opportunity to see one of our world-class therapists and find out the cause of your problem. Call 425-368-7943 to schedule your Free Exam for May 11th. Sincerely, JoAnn Keller, Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist

PS – In honor of our 6th year in Lynnwood, we will give a Hands for Living Stainless Steel water bottle or a Starbucks gift card to the first 10 people to schedule a Free Exam for May 11th

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A day of completely Free Exams • C E R T I F I C A T E •

• WHAT YOU GET: FREE 30-minute one-on-one appointment with one of our Hand Therapists • WHEN: Thursday, May 11th from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM

• WHY: Help You Enjoy Life Again Pain Free! • WHAT YOU NEED TO DO: Call 425-368-7943

This coupon may be given to friends & family!

Now Is The Time To Get Your Pain Free Exam!

Shoulders • Elbows • Wrists • Hands 19203 36th Ave W, Suite 103 Lynnwood, WA 98036

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