Occupational Therapy
MDH Occupational Therapists evaluate and treat patients of all ages with health  problems  resulting from illness or injury, including multiple sclerosis, stroke, arthritis, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, hand injuries, developmental disabilities, and more. MDH Occupational Therapists see inpatients, outpatients, and Home Health patients.

Conditions Treated
We offer treatment for many conditions, including orthopedic conditions (fractures, nerve injury, tendon repairs, work injuries, carpal tunnel, tennis elbow, RSD), developmental disabilities, and neurological disorders (CVA, head injury, MS, spinal cord injury).

Elements of Treatment

• Evaluation by our experienced therapists
• Therapeutic exercise
• Modalities to decrease the pain and promote healing. These include paraffin,  fluidotherapy,  ultrasound,  iontophoresis,  electrical stimulation, heat, and ice.
• Wheelchair fitting
• Neurodevelopmental treatment
• Hand therapy and splinting (custom static/dynamic splinting)
• Sensory integration
• Lymphedema evaluation and treatment
• Ergonomic evaluation and adaptation

Goal
The goal of Occupational Therapy is to help patients achieve independence and lead productive and satisfying lives. Our therapists work closely with patients to customize treatment programs that help them function at work and at home.