Occupational Therapy Services

We are pleased to have Kristy Powell on our team. She has had a special interest in Hand Therapy for over 25 years and has extensive experience in treating neurological conditions. She is also trained in Kinesio Taping for pain, swelling, lymphedema, and joint protection for athletic events. She provides rehabilitation for all ages with the following orthopedic and neurological diagnoses:

Hand, Wrist, Elbow Injuries:
- Fractures, Dislocations, Amputations
- Tendonitis, Muscle Strain
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Epicondylitis (Tennis/Golfer's Elbow)
- Dequervain's Tendonitis (Thumb pain)
- Nerve Injuries
- Arthritis
- General Pain, Swelling, and Stiffness
Neurological Involvement
- CVA, Stroke
- Brain Tumor, Cancer
- MS, ALS, Parkinson's Disease
- Head Injuries
- Spinal Cord Injuries
Treatment Provided
- Kinesio Taping
- Custom Splinting or Bracing
- Physical Agent Modalities: Ultrasound, Electric Stimulation, Iontophoresis, Heat, Ice
- Therapeutic Massage
- Individualized Exercise Programs
- Neuromuscular Re-education
- Desensitization
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) training
- Instruction in Adaptive Equipment
- Visual Perception Testing and Retraining
- Cognitive Testing and Remediation
- Workplace Ergonomic Training
- Joint Protection and Energy Conservation Education

Health Tips

Sleeping position

One should sleep in a balanced position. This means a firm support that is soft enough on the surface to accomodate the normal curvatures of the body.

Body mechanics

Body mechanics are important to remember when lifting any object. Keep the head upright and the back in an arched position. Keep weight close to the body.

Success Stories

When I was prescibed physical therapy following my 3rd low back surgery, I was less than thrilled. I had experienced an increase in pain and additional injury in the past during therapy elsewhere. Here at Joint Effort I have found therapy to be a godsend. The level of...

Chris Jordan

When I first arrived at Joint Effort, I had extreme lower back pain which had a negative impact on my quality of life. I couldn't even stand straight without suffering from severe spasms. Joint Effort gave me my life back! I am now able to enjoy and take care of my baby...

Sherri Kuhlman

For 12 years I have had dizziness when rolling over in bed and when bending over to where my head is below my waist; this followed a week of extreme dizziness in 1992 when I was unable to stand, lie or sit up straight, apparently due to inner ear problems. After 3...

Jane Fansler

When I started with Joint Effort I was having severe neck pain and spasms. I would like to state that today I am pain-free. My therapist was very in tune with my condition and with all his effort helped me with my body healing process. I extend many thank-yous to him and...

Shirley DiLorenzo

I came into Joint Effort for rehabilitation after having surgery to replace my ACL (knee reconstruction). Most people told me that recovery would take six months; I was able to return to my normal activities within two months! I was even able to compete in (and win!) the...

Ashley Dekeyser

As an MD in a private practice, I've sent patients for years...but now it was my turn to be a patient (total knee replacement). The therapists were supportive, optimistic and always encouraging. The rest of the staff was equally cheerful and sunny. Overall an excellent...

Bruce Pattee, MD

I went to the Dr. with a sore shoulder. The tendon was popping every time I raised my arm. They diagnosed it as tendonitis and sent me to Joint Effort. I never have heard anything good about physical therapy but I kept an open mind and did everything they suggested here...

Justin Noyce

Before my feet hurt and everytime I would run my heels would have a bad pain. But then you guys helped me out. Now when I go to run or do an activity I feel no pain." (10 years old)

Colby Rasplicka

I came into Joint Effort feeling terrible with severe pain in my head, neck and shoulders. I was in enough pain that my doctor gave me Vicodin! After a month of therapy I feel like a new person. I really haven't felt this good in years. I would recommend them to anyone...

Catherine Schaller