Your hands, wrists, and elbows contain dozens of tiny bones, tendons, and ligaments. Arthritis pain and stiffness in these particular areas of the body can dramatically affect your ability to perform basic daily activities. There are different types of arthritis and several symptoms you may be experiencing if you’re suffering from this debilitating condition. Call our office to find out how hand therapy can help alleviate your painful symptoms.
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Moving on up – literally!! I’m so pleased to announce that we have moved! Sameofficecomplex(AlderwoodBusinessCampus), new suite. After 7 YEARS in our current spot, we are now right over John L Scott, on the 2nd floor, in Building 6 (right on 36th Ave W). needs! The new suite gives us space to DOUBLE again if needed (or be comfortable at our current size), so will be our home for the next several years. What HASN’T changed is our commitment to you – to offer specialized one-on-one, personal care to help you with shoulder, arm, and hand problems. Please stop by to see us in our new place – coffee is always on, and we’d love to say hello! By: JoAnn Keller, OTD, OTR/L, CHT Since April of 2017, we have DOUBLED(!) the number of people we help on a regular basis, and our cozy little clinic has become too small for our
Are you in Pain? Call Today And Start Feeling Better Fast! 425-368-7943
Welcome! Kari Ketner, MOTR/L, CHT Kari joined Hands for Living in mid-October 2018. We are excited to add another strong therapist to our team! “I loveworkingwithmypatientsandamdedicated toproviding themcompassionate care that helps them return to full activity in their daily lives. “
Kari isanoccupational therapistspecializing inhandandupperextremityconditions. Herprofessional interests include fractures,cumulative trauma injuries,post-surgical management, and fabrication of custom splints. Although she focuses on theupper extremity, her clinical practice has evolved to be more holistic. Through education,
she has come to realize the importance of assessing posture and creating balance within the system. She assesses each client and creates an individualized treatment plan drawing from a variety of skills. Her skills include: manual therapy, Bowenwork, L.I.F.T., ergonomics, postural re-education, stretching/ ROM exercises, Astym, and customized home exercise programs. Kari believes that patient education regarding their condition and how to manage their health is essential to recovery.
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Hand Therapy Gets Results for Arthritis in Your Hands, Wrists and Elbows
What Are the Symptoms? When you’re suffering from arthritis in your hands, wrists, and elbows, there are several symptoms you may be experiencing. In general, you may experience a loss of joint motion, redness, swelling, and pain. An early sign of osteoarthritis may include tenderness or a grating sensation in the joints. Early symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis could include fatigue and warmth or tenderness in the joints. • Hands - Arthritis symptoms in the hands particularly in the joint at the base of the thumb, may include pain, stiffness, difficultymoving your fingers, and a weak grip. If left untreated, you may get lumps or nodules on your hands from rheumatoid arthritis.These nodules mayform on the knuckles. • Wrists -Your wrists maybecome stiff, painful, swollen or tender. You may also have trouble rotating and moving your wrists. Ifyou’re suffering fromarthritis inyour wrists, evenopeninga jarorturningadoorhandlecancausepain. • Elbows - You may experience pain in the elbow or a decreased range of motion. The joints in the elbow may become unstable or sometimes lock. Rheumatoid arthritis may cause nodules to form on the elbows. What Can Be Done to Reduce Pain and Stiffness? There are several ways to reduce or even alleviate arthritis pain and stiffness.While surgeryandmedication are often suggested for arthritis pain in the hands, wrists, and elbows, there are other options available. Hand therapy can help ease the pain, stiffness, and inability to easily move your hands and arms. A certified hand therapist can provide you with options to care for your hands, tools to make your daily tasks easier, and/or specializedexercisesyoucandobetweensessionstoreducepain and increase mobility. They can also help you select and learn to use effective over the counter or custom braces (orthoses). Hands for Living provides individualized treatment options for a variety of hand, wrist, and elbow conditions. Their certified hand specialists can evaluate and treat your specific condition. They offer expert one-on-one care to help you return to normal activities as quickly as possible. Find out how an experienced therapist can help you live a pain-free life! Contact Hands for Living today and discover how we can help reduce or even eliminate arthritic pain.
Your hands, wrists, and elbows contain dozens of tiny bones, tendons, and ligaments. Arthritis pain and stiffness in these particular areas of the body can dramatically affect your ability to perform basic daily activities. There are different types of arthritis and several symptomsyoumaybe experiencing ifyou’re suffering from this debilitating condition. Call our office to find out how hand therapycan help alleviateyour painful symptoms.
What Is Arthritis in the Hands, Wrists, and Elbows? Arthritis is inflammation in the tissues that surroundyour joints. According to the Arthritis Foundation, there are literallydozens of different types of arthritis conditions. There are, however, specific types of arthritis that most often affect the joints inyour hands, wrists, and elbows. • Osteoarthritis - Osteoarthritis, also called degenerative arthritis, often affects the smaller joints throughout the hand and the wrist. As the cartilage wears away, the tiny bones inyour hands will begin to rub against one another. Osteoarthritis in the elbowoften occurs ifyou have injured your elbow in the past. • Rheumatoid Arthritis -Rheumatoidarthritis isan immune system disorder that can attack and destroy cartilage throughout your body. This disease often begins in the hands and the wrists. It also commonlyaffects the elbow. • Psoriatic Arthritis -This is a condition that is associated with psoriasis of the skin. Psoriasis causes patchy, red, inflamed skin, usually on the elbows or knees. About 10 to 30 percent of individuals who suffer from psoriasis of the skin will develop arthritis. This type of arthritis can cause the toes and fingers to swell.
Self Hand Massage Helps With Stiffness and Pain
Use opposite hand to massage across your palm.
Have YouMet Your Deductible Yet? Have you met your annual insurance deductible or out of pocket maximum? If you have, your therapy may be free or you may have just a small co-payment. How do you check to see if you have met these limits? You can call your insurance and ask them or you can call us and we will gladly check your benefits for you.
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Patient Spotlight “My pain subsided fast!” “My therapist encouraged me to do whatever I could, or felt comfortable doing. She helped me to find the typical time frame an injury such as mine takes to heal, then explained how I have done better then typically by following her instructions. My most significant overall change was how quickly the pain subsided and my flexibility has improved. My therapist is warm, encouraging, caring, understanding and a great listener. She is clear and concise with her care and instructions.” - Tracy U.
Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice zucchini lengthwise and scoop out seeds. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Place on baking sheet. Using 1/2 of the goat cheese, spread small amount into the zucchini and cover with marinara sauce. Drop dots of remaining cheese over the marinara, bake until cheese is soft and marinara is bubbling (about 20 minutes).
• Four medium-sized zucchinis • One 5oz log of goat cheese • 1-2 cups of marinara sauce • Chopped parsley
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We’re so pleased to announce that we have moved, and we have added another strong therapist to our team! 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: YOUR HAND THERAPY CLINIC HAS MOVED! • 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: Tuesday, November 13th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM The Free Exam consists of a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with either JoAnn Keller or Kari Ketner. 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 9 available spots. Call 425-368-7943 now to schedule your Free Exam. • 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
THE FREE EXAM IS IDEAL FOR PEOPLE SUFFERING WITH:
• Shoulder Pain • Arthritis • Tendonitis
• Hand and Wrist Pain • Elbow Pain
• Work Injuries • Motor Vehicle Accidents
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 November 13th.
Sincerely,
JoAnn Keller, Occupational Therapist, Certified Hand Therapist
PS – In honor of our new location, 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 November 13th.
CERTIFICATE FOR A FREE EXAM ONE DAY ONLY Tuesday, November 13th • For all past patients who have not been seen in therapy in more than 3 months • For all present patients who have another problem currently not being treated • For all loved ones, family, friends, neighbors and co-workers of our past and present patients 19221 36th Ave W, Suite 213 Lynnwood, WA 98036 425-368-7943
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