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Katrina - Occupational Therapist

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Katrina is a San Diego native who found excitement in the healthcare field after working in the financial sector for years. She earned a master’s degree in occupational therapy from St. Augustine for Health Sciences in 2018. Her experiences have led to the enjoyment of helping others. From working in a skilled nursing facility to out-patient community rehabilitation, she has found hand therapy to be her ideal setting. Katrina has had success in helping others heal to their full potential with repetitive strain injuries, trigger finger, carpal tunnel, and fractured bones of the hand, wrist, and forearm. Besides expanding her knowledge in her profession, she enjoys dancing, playing board games, and dining.

Thumb Pain: Does it Have to do With My Phone?

Thumb Pain: Does it Have to do With My Phone?

It comes at no surprise that Americans like their smartphones and use them daily. In 2019, the average American adult (18 years and over) spends 3 hours and 43 minutes on their phone per day (Wurmser, 2019). Use of smartphones lead to repetitive motions with scrolling of the thumb. As one may suspect, or may have experienced themselves, increased complaints of thumb pain have been reported. There is even a new term in the medical field, “texting thumb,” also known as gamer’s thumb. Houston Methodist Health (2019) describes texting thumb as occurring from repetitive use, where the inflamed tendons rub against a narrow tunnel, causing pain. 

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Remember Ergonomics While Working From Home

As more people are working from home, increased complaints of tightness and soreness are brought up in the clinic. Many recognize that their computer setup at home is just not the same as at the office. Though we may not be inclined to go out and buy new chairs, desks, and computer screens immediately, there are things we can do to help reduce discomfort while working at home. 

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