ADDRESSING NEW PHYSICAL CHALLENGES
After surgery, radiation, or chemotherapy, individuals may struggle with pain, tightness, weakness and difficulty returning to everyday activities–getting dressed, reaching overhead, holding a child or returning to work.
Occupational and Physical Therapists at Washington University’s Milliken Hand Rehabilitation Center provide a specialized rehabilitation program to address these challenges. The program is customized for each patient and provides education and support to maximize independence.
Pre-operative evaluation and education
Before surgery, the evaluation and treatment plan will include:
• Baseline measurements of upper-extremity function
• Exercises to complete prior to surgery to support recovery
• Planning for daily activities and anticipated post-op needs
Post-operative care
After surgery, our therapists can help patients:
• Reach, lift, and move their bodies more comfortably
• Reduce pain
• Improve strength and endurance.
• Learn strategies to improve mobility of tight scarring and other soft tissue restrictions
• Receive ergonomic education and prepare for return to work
Refer a patient or schedule an appointment: 314-286-1669
Providing patient care at two convenient Milliken Hand Rehabilitation Center locations.
Center for Advanced Medicine location
4921 Parkview Place
Suite 6F
St. Louis, MO 63110
Phone: 314-286-1669
Fax: 314-747-3662
Parking: Parking garage located adjacent to the building, attached to Parkway Hotel.
Washington University and Barnes-Jewish Orthopedic Center location
14532 S. Outer Forty Rd.
Suite 120
Chesterfield, MO 63107
Phone: 314-286-1669
Fax: 314-514-3635
Parking: Lot includes free parking spaces for patients.
Please call (314) 286-1669 to schedule an appointment.