Hand and Upper Extremity Therapy
Our occupational therapists at the Holy Cross Health Hand Center are specially trained in treating diagnoses of the hand and upper extremity. We provide one-on-one therapy sessions developed per the doctor's prescription and tailored to each patient's individual needs in a comfortable and relaxed environment.
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Physician prescription for occupational therapy required.
Request an AppointmentConditions Treated
- Hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder fractures
- Nerve compressions such as carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel syndrome
- Joint sprains and strains
- Osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
- Joint replacements
- Tendon injuries and repairs
- Dupuytren's contracture after a xiaflex injection or surgery
Interventions
- Scar and soft tissue massage
- Edema management
- Desensitization and sensory re-education
- Neuromuscular re-education
- Manual joint mobilization
- Therapeutic exercises
- Kinematic taping
- Static and dynamic custom orthoses fabricated
- Patient education and home programs
Our Therapists
Sarah Maceda, OTR/L, CHT
- Graduated from the University Of Florida with a degree in Occupational Therapy
- Certified Hand Therapist through the Hand Therapy Certification Commission
- Over 20 Years of experience specializing in treating the Upper Extremity
- Faculty of Holy Cross Physical Therapy Residency Program
- When not at work enjoys exercising, reading, and spending time with her family
Amy Bingaman, OTR/L, CHT
- Graduated from the University of Florida with a degree in Occupational Therapy
- Certified Hand Therapist through the Hand Therapy Certification Commission
- Specializing in the treatment of orthopedic injuries and conditions for over 25 years
- Enjoys developing a therapeutic relationship with patients to assist each person in reaching their therapy goals
- When not working, enjoys gardening, Pilates and spending time with family and friends
Elizabeth Tatum, OTR/L
- Graduated from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences with a Masters in Occupational Therapy
- Special interest in orthopedic and neurological deficits of the upper extremity
- Occupational therapist for the ALS and Parkinson's clinics at Holy Cross Phil Smith Neuroscience Institute
- When not working she enjoys practicing yoga, going to the beach, and paddleboarding
Miremonde Joseph, OTR/L, CHT
- Graduated from Gannon University with a Doctor of Occupational Therapy Degree
- Certified Hand Therapist through the Hand Therapy Certification Commission
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist obtained through Norton School of Lymphatic Therap
- Speaks English and Haitian Creole
- When not working she enjoys hiking, going to the beach, reading and traveling
Contact Us
5597 N Dixie Highway | Fort Lauderdale, FL 33334
P: 954-267-6390 | F: 954-267-6398