At Southwest General, physical and occupational therapists from the Physicial Medicine and Rehabilitation Department work together to provide a comprehensive program for the rehabilitation of all upper extremity injuries and conditions involving the hand, wrist, elbow or shoulder.
Areas of Specialization
Areas of specialization include, but are not limited to:
• Fractures
• Crush injuries
• Lacerations
• Carpal tunnel
• Frozen joints
• Dislocations
• Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
Services Provided
• Pain control/reduction
• Edema control/reduction
• Desensitization
• Fabrication of orthotics (braces, splints)
Custom-made Splints
• Stabilized splints to immobilize injury and promote healing
• Stabilized splints to prevent contractures
• Dynamic splints to assist movement of weak muscles
• Promotion of wound healing
• Scar management
• Work simulation
Treatments
• Moist heat
• Cryotherapy
• Whirlpool
• Paraffin bath
• Fluidotherapy
• Electrical therapies
• Ultrasound
Therapeutic Procedures
• Active range of motion and strengthening
• Splinting
• Mobilization
• Work simulation
• Functional activities
Insurance Information
A physician referral is required for Upper Extremity and Hand Rehabilitation Services.
Appointments
Upper Extremity and Hand Rehabilitation Services are provided at LifeWorks of Southwest General, a fitness facility that offers free, surface-level parking and other family-friendly services including fitness memberships and childcare.
To learn more about Upper Extremity and Hand Rehabilitation, or to schedule an appointment, call 440-816-8010.
Location
Upper Extremity and Hand Rehabilitation Services
7390 Old Oak Blvd.
Middleburg Heights, OH 44130