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Brian Neville, OTR/L, CHT
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Expertise
I can answer questions about both conservative and post-operative rehabilitation for upper extremity injuries. These include but are not limited to: fractures, tendon repairs, tendon transfers, nerve repairs, lacerations, tenolysis procedures, TFCC injuries, repetitive motion disorders, reconstructive procedures. I have an advanced knowledge of upper extremity anatomy and industrial rehabilitation. I have extensive splinting skills for injuries to the upper extremity. Although not a physician or a surgeon I have worked closely with world renowned upper extremity specialists for over 10 years. I can give general information on what some of the most common upper extremity surgeries involve. I can reference those procedures as well.
Experience in the area
10+ years working closely with orthopedic and hand surgeons and their patients. I have treated patients with small lacerations to major reconstructive procedures. My knowledge base includes both conservative and post-operative rehab protocols and care for upper extremity injuries. I have treated patients all the way from day 1 post-op to return-to-work status.
Organizations
Kentucky Occupational Therapy Association American Society of Hand Therapy National Nurses in Business Association
Education/Credentials
Occupational Therapist Certified Hand Therapist Deep Physical Agent Modalities Instructor
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Tamer Fathy | 05/05/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks you have you are so clever ..... |
| Jeanette | 04/27/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you, Brian, I had a huge ..... |
| Tamer Fathy | 04/25/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I appreciate to much ur quick response |
| Tamer Fathy | 04/24/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks so much i appreciate your effort ..... |
| gary | 04/24/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Excellent advise and follow up response to ..... |
Recent Answers from Brian Neville, OTR/L, CHT
2012-05-05 Greater tuberosity fracture:
According to this there appears to be intact rotator cuff muscles which are the primary stabilizing factors with the glenohumeral joint. The labrum of the joint is also intact which would be the primary
2012-05-03 deltoids:
Search the web for exercises for a frozen shoulder. You likely have this. You're looking for Codman's exercises, passive stretching in a home program, etc. Since you don't have access to PT it's going
2012-04-28 Greater tuberosity fracture:
1. That pain will be there for weeks and/or months. Be patient 2. I mean you will see changes and improvements in your arm for up to one year. Don't be surprised if full recovery doesn't take that
2012-04-24 Greater tuberosity fracture:
1. It's ok if it's a little. There are different types of pain too. If it is a sharp pain then it isn't good. If it stretches or hurts like it's pulling then it's probably fine just done go until it
2012-04-22 scapular fracture:
I've only seen a few and they have been from MVA's as well. First of all I'd forget about the bone cancer idea. Unless it runs in your family or something in particular showed up on the x-ray I think
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