Occupational Therapy

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

Conditions Treated

MDH Occupational Therapy offers treatment for many diagnoses/conditions, including:

• Orthopedic/musculoskeletal disorders (fractures, nerve injury, tendon repairs, work injuries, carpal tunnel, RSD, tendonitis, sports injuries, replacement)
• Developmental disabilities
• Neurological disorders (CVA, head injury, MS, spinal cord injury)
• Pediatrics
• Arthritic conditions
• Crush injuries
• Wound care
• Acute/Chronic pain
• Lymphedema

Elements of Treatment

• Evaluation by our experienced therapists
• Therapeutic exercise
• Customized home exercise program
• Modalities to decrease the pain and promote healing. These include paraffin, fluidotherapy, ultrasound, iontophoresis, electrical stimulation, heat, & ice.
• Manual therapy
• Neurodevelopmental treatment
• Hand therapy and custom static/dynamic splinting
• Sensory integration
• Ergonomic evaluation and adaptation
• Certified lymphologist
• Phase III: Our patients have the option of using our facilities for a nominal fee after being discharged.

Goal

The goal of Occupational Therapy is to help patients return to their prior level of functional independence at home, work and the community to lead productive and satisfying lives.

To learn more about the occupational therapy team or to schedule your pain screening, call (309) 836-1601 or (309) 836-1616.