We all love summer as it brings warm weather and outdoor fun. Summer hand injuries can put a damper on the good times we look forward to. With proper caution and planning, you can save yourself a trip to the emergency room and a medically created setback! We hope you have a fun and safe […]
As we approach the 4th of July, it is important to keep in mind that the use of even the smallest fireworks can result in devastating injuries. Sparklers reach temperatures over 1000 degrees and can easily burn skin or ignite clothing. Larger fireworks can fracture fingers or amputate portions of the hand. While these injuries may […]
Spring is in the air and summer is quickly approaching which means you might want to get out and smell the roses, do some yard work or start that spring garden. It also means taking extra measures to protect your body to avoid tendonitis type of injuries, cuts/abrasions and arthritis flare ups. Overuse injuries or […]
If you have ever been to a concert, listened to a musician, or even watched a movie or TV show, you are likely experiencing the results of many years of practice by the musicians involved. Musicians become experts through practice. This means repetition, and lots of it. When playing their instrument(s), musicians repeat the same […]
Winter is well upon us, and while most of us are looking forward to spring, winter may still have a few surprises up its sleeve for us. Whether we are partaking in winter sports, taking a walk through the neighborhood, or just trying to get ourselves and our families to and from school and work, […]
Physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for yourself both mentally and physically. The New Year brings thoughts of New Year’s resolutions and goals. Many times those goals revolve around healthy living and a fresh start to the new year. So even if you are a newbie to the exercise […]
Milliken Hand Rehabilitation Center Hand Therapists, Macy Stonner, OTD, OTR/L, CHT & Logan Berlet, OTD, OTR/L were recently published in The Journal of Hand Surgery for their paper, “The Impact of Social Deprivation and Hand Therapy Attendance on Range of Motion After Flexor Tendon Repair.” The purpose of the paper was to examine the influence […]
We all love summer as it brings warm weather and outdoor fun. Summer hand injuries can put a damper on the good times we look forward to. With proper caution and planning, you can save yourself a trip to the emergency room and a medically created setback! Have fun this summer, but keep yourself and […]
As we approach the 4th of July, it is important to keep in mind that the use of even the smallest fireworks can result in devastating injuries. Sparklers reach temperatures over 1000 degrees and can easily burn skin or ignite clothing. Larger fireworks can fracture fingers or amputate portions of the hand. While these injuries may […]
Spring is a time of awakening. As we wake up from our winter slumber, we are eager to be more active. This could mean getting back to recreational activities such as hiking, biking, or participating in an outdoor sport. Or it could mean doing housekeeping activities such as spring cleaning or gardening. Returning at full […]
For many people, the start of the new year symbolizes a time to take on new challenges and adopt new practices to improve physical health and overall well-being and we want to ensure that good form is being practiced. With the rise in popularity of fitness apps and online workout programs since the start of […]
The holidays are shaping up to look different again this year from traditional gatherings of the past with recommendations of continued social distancing, masks, and possible outdoor meals. During these times, our annual celebrations with family and friends are so important for our mental health, but it is equally important to stay safe. As indoor […]
With Halloween being this weekend, we know pumpkins are being carved in preparation for display. While usually not thought of as a dangerous activity, injuries from knives or other tools used for carving can require surgical repair and sometimes take multiple months to rehabilitate. Here are a few safety tips to help keep you away […]
Summer 2021 is looking a little brighter than the summer of 2020 as neighborhood and community gatherings, parades, and summer celebrations are returning in a safe way. This means that large firework displays may return, but also people are excited to safely gather to celebrate the holidays with friends and family. With large gatherings returning, […]
June 7th – 13th we will recognize our Hand Therapists during the American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT) Hand Therapy Week. This highly specialized group of therapists provide patient care at the Milliken Hand Rehabilitation Center. The Milliken Hand Rehabilitation Center was one of the first three hand rehabilitation facilities established in the U.S. With […]
View our Firework Safety Tip Sheet The summer of 2020 is different from any we have known before. Covid-19 has affected our ability to celebrate with the normal parades, gatherings, and summer celebrations. Large firework displays have been canceled this year. This may lead to more inexperienced people handling fireworks meaning Fireworks & Hand Safety […]
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 […]