OT Clinical Connection
March 2020
Written by Sarah Oberle-Cheatham, OTD, OTR/L

Juggling roles during a major life event takes some time to transition, both physically and mentally. But recently, we’ve all been forced through multiple major transitions with little time to process and things constantly changing.

No matter what your role is during these uncertain times, there are steps you can take to set up yourself, and your family, for success during these times.


Written by Lorna Kahn, PT, CHT

Have you noticed that when you wake up in the middle of the night, your fingers are numb and tingling? You may be sleeping in positions that stress the nerves in your neck or arm.

There are numerous studies in the literature that describe correlations between sleep positioning and carpal tunnel but actually, any of the peripheral nerves are subject to it.


Written by Debbie Turley, OTR/L

Most of us have heard of the term concussion but not many are familiar with the diagnosis of Post Concussion Syndrome. This diagnosis occurs when symptoms of a concussion linger beyond the normal time frame for healing.

Though they may look fine on the outside, people with post-concussion syndrome often have a much different story under the surface.

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Milliken Hand Rehabilitation Center
Specialty Areas:
Brachial plexus injury, peripheral nerve injuries, hand trauma, upper extremity injury, nerve transfer rehabilitation, conservative management of cubital tunnel syndrome, hand injuries.
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Specialty Areas:
Brain injury rehabilitation and return to work.
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