Motus Rehabilitation

04/23/2026

After a slower winter, your body—especially your hands and wrists—may not be ready for a sudden jump in activity. The good news? With a few simple adjustments, you can enjoy all your favorite spring activities without paying for it later.

Spring is finally here—and with it comes that burst of motivation to clean, plant, fix, and get moving again. After months of hibernation, it feels great to open the windows, dig into the garden, or tackle long-overdue projects. But sometimes, your hands and joints don’t get the memo. Instead of...

04/20/2026

We’re breaking down some of the most common elbow conditions that we treat and how our Occupational Therapy team can help you recover!

We’re breaking down some of the most common elbow conditions that we treat, the treatment methods that are available, and home routines to help with your recovery and education.

04/16/2026

Looking for some simple wrist stretches you can do at home? We've got you covered!

We have compiled a few of the common exercises we use in clinic to combat wrist discomfort that you can do from just about anywhere!

04/13/2026

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune condition where your body attacks healthy tissue and joints, causing pain, swelling, stiffness and deformities in the hands and other joints. There is no cure for RA, but occupational therapy can be used to help manage symptoms when RA affects the hands, giving you a better quality of life.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune condition where your body attacks healthy tissue and joints. There is no cure for RA, but occupational therapy can be used to help manage symptoms when RA affects the hands, giving you a better quality of life.

04/09/2026

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is the most well known hand disorder. Occupational Therapy can be used to help with recovery after CTS surgery, or could be used as a conservative treatment option before considering going under the knife!

Occupational therapy for carpal tunnel can used to try and avoid surgery. But most often it is used for recovery after surgery. Learn more about how OT is used to help you complete your everyday activities without pain. Contact Motus Rehabilitation for more information.

04/06/2026

Meet the Occupational Therapists at Motus Rehabilitation!

At Motus Rehabilitation, our staff includes licensed physical therapists, occupational therapists and certified hand therapists.

04/01/2026

April is Occupational Therapy Month!!!
A full month of occupational therapy and hand therapy content, found right here!

03/30/2026

Spring is finally here—and with it comes that burst of motivation to clean, plant, fix, and get moving again. After months of hibernation, it feels great to open the windows, dig into the garden, or tackle long-overdue projects. But sometimes, your hands and joints don’t get the memo.

Spring is finally here—and with it comes that burst of motivation to clean, plant, fix, and get moving again. After months of hibernation, it feels great to open the windows, dig into the garden, or tackle long-overdue projects. But sometimes, your hands and joints don’t get the memo. Instead of...

03/26/2026

Have you ever noticed your fingers curling toward your palm, making it harder to open your hand fully? If so, you might be experiencing Dupuytren’s contracture.

Have you ever noticed your fingers curling toward your palm, making it harder to open your hand fully? If so, you might be experiencing Dupuytren’s contracture, a condition that affects the tissue under the skin of the hand. Let’s explore what this condition is, why it happens, and how occupatio...

03/23/2026

Did you catch our most recent Blog on What to Expect After Shoulder Replacement???

If you’ve recently had a shoulder replacement, you’ve already taken a big step toward reducing pain and improving your quality of life. Now comes the next important phase: rehabilitation. Physical therapy plays a key role in helping you heal safely, regain movement, and return to daily activitie...

03/19/2026

Poor posture not only affects our appearance but can also have severe effects on our musculoskeletal system, leading to a variety of orthopedic problems. Here we will discuss how poor posture is affecting your muscles and joints and will offer some steps to help you improve your posture.

Maintaining good posture is often something that is overlooked. Many of us spend long hours sitting at desks, driving, or staring at screens, leading to poor posture habits that can impact our orthopedic health. Poor posture not only affects our appearance but can also have severe effects on our mus...

03/16/2026

We often write about how using proper body mechanics at home, in sports or at work can help prevent various injuries, but what exactly does “using proper body mechanics” mean?

We often write about how using proper body mechanics at home, in sports or at work can help prevent various injuries, but what exactly does “using proper body mechanics” mean? In this blog will cover what proper body mechanics are, why they are important, and practical tips you can use in your e...