Rehabilitation

Occupational Therapy

Helping You Regain Independence

For someone recovering from an injury or surgery, seemingly simple tasks—such as dressing, bathing, grooming, feeding, shopping, and meal preparation—can be challenging. Whether you’re living with a chronic condition or recovering from an injury or surgery, the occupational therapists and certified hand therapists at NewYork-Presbyterian Queens are here to help you restore function and improve your quality of life.

Who We Treat

We treat the following conditions that may adversely impact your day-to-day activities: 

• Arthritis
• Burns
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Dislocations
• Fractures
• Lymphedema
• Nerve injuries
• Impaired sensation
• Sprains/strains
• Tendon injuries and tendonitis
• Bone and joint trauma
• Upper body injuries and pain

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Hand Therapy

Certified hand therapists have advanced training in the care of the hand, wrist, arm, and shoulder. Outpatient hand rehabilitation is available for patients of all ages with a range of conditions, including:

• Brachial plexus injuries
• Burns
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Dislocations and fractures
• Impaired sensation
• Ligament and tendon injuries
• Joint replacements
• Nerve injuries
• Sprains/strains
• Stroke
• Trauma of bones or joints

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Lymphedema Treatment

Lymphedema can develop if you’ve had lymph nodes removed under your arm—for example, during surgery for breast cancer. At NewYork-Presbyterian Queens, we offer lymphedema rehabilitation using a complete “decongestive treatment” technique to decrease swelling. Our certified lymphedema therapists have extensive training and work closely with each patient and their doctor to develop a treatment plan.

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Why Choose Us

Through hands-on treatment, a tailored exercise regimen, and specialized therapies, our occupational therapists can help you regain strength, movement, comfort, and overall function. Contact us for an appointment to see what we can do for you.