Lisa has been my occupational therapist for hand issues resulting from a stroke. During my recovery, I suffered a bad fall and she redirected my therapy to include the orthopaedic issues: fracture and dislocation of my elbow (same side as the stroke damage). Lisa has been marvelous at addressing all the functional issues I have:
* As a technical writer, my professional life centers around my ability to get concepts down via keyboard
* As a devotee of couture sewing, my relaxation centers on my ability to hand sew
* As a sailing enthusiast, I need strength in both hands (and arms and back) to do my part on board
* As a wife, mother and homeowner, I need dexterity and strength to perform everyday functions (driving, cooking, styling my hair, using power equipment)
Lisa has helped me meet these needs with temporary workarounds while we address the long-term solutions. I have already achieved a greater range of motion than my orthopaedic surgeon expected for me. My keyboarding skills have returned to their pre-stroke level. We are currently working on regaining strength in my arm/hand and I have utmost confidence that Lisa will help me succeed in this area, too.
I know Lisa usually works with children, but I find her to be a skillful and empathetic clinician for the adult patient as well. I recommend Lisa without qualification to any adult or child who is faced with functional issues arising from stroke, fracture, and other medical conditions. She is an ethical and caring therapist who is knowledgeable and creative in her approach to her patient's total wellbeing.
N.L.
Project Leader, Technical Writing
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