Cia Carpenter, MS, OTR/L, CHT, Author at Occupational Therapy Services

Fall Sports – Finger Injuries

September 30, 2022December 8, 2022

Fall sports bring several common injuries to the fingertips and all can decrease playing time, or require surgery. The return of school and the fall season brings the excitement of our beloved fall sports, HS Softball, Football, Volleyball, and Soccer you name it but with these fun activities comes the potential risk of injuries. Let’s […]

Hand Safety Tips While Walking Your Dog

May 27, 2020December 8, 2022

Walking your dog is seen as a good way to reach your weight loss goals, keep in shape, and decrease stress, but it could also increase your risk of injury. Every year people are hurt while walking their dog, and the majority of these are women. In 2017 a study of ER visits found that […]