Summit Orthopedics Opening in Eden Prairie
We are excited to announce our new location opening in Eden Prairie, Minnesota in early 2024! At Summit Orthopedics, we’re committed to bringing the orthopedic care you need into...
Top Hand Therapy Exercises
We spoke with Summit Orthopedics hand therapist Sara Balster, MS, OTR/L, CHT, to learn about the top hand therapy exercises you can do to stay limber and pain-free. What...
How Hand Therapy Can Help Hand Arthritis
If you suffer with arthritis in your hands, wrists, or fingers, you know what a negative impact it can have on your day-to-day life. When you are in the...
Common Pickleball Injuries and How to Recover
Summit Orthopedics hand therapist Shannon Evenson, OTR/L, CHT, shares some common pickleball injuries — and what you can do to get back out on the court quickly. Have you...
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So, You Overdid It. Here’s What to Do Next
Summit Orthopedics hand therapist Shannon Evenson, OTR/L, CHT, explains what to do if you’ve overdone your summer activities and are having soreness. In Minnesota, summer is a glorious season,...
Summit Orthopedics: Now in Lakeville
Summit Orthopedics celebrates the opening of its newest location, a state-of-the-art facility in Lakeville, MN. At Summit Orthopedics, we’re dedicated to helping people across the Twin Cities area lead...
Four Hand Stretches You Might Not Have Tried Before
Summit hand therapist Jared Venier, OTR/L, tells you how to maintain strength and flexibility with some hand stretches you might not have tried before. Having a strong grip or...
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Snow-Shoveling Tips to Protect Your Hands and Wrists
Summit hand therapist shares some snow-shoveling tips to help you protect your hands and wrists. Many snow-shoveling injury prevention tips you’ll find concentrate on reducing risk to your back,...
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How to Wrap Your Wrist
Kathryn Milbert, OTD, OTR/L, one of Summit’s registered and licensed occupational therapists, gives tips on wrapping your wrist the right way. If you’re experiencing wrist pain, one common conservative...