What is Toe Walking? Toe walking is when a child remains on their toes when walking, instead of stepping normally through their heel, arch, ball of foot, then toes. Many children walk on their toes when they are first learning to walk. This may be present up until 6 months of a child walking independently. […]
Your insurance EOB, or Explanation of Benefits, summarizes the cost of each of your medical visits including what your insurance paid and what amount you owe to your provider(s). An EOB is not a bill, but will detail what amount of the bill is your responsibility to pay. Example of Regence EOB Here are some […]
In April we’re celebrating National Occupational Therapy Month! The goal of a pediatric OT is to help each child participate in activities of daily life, such as playing with other children, dressing and caring for themselves, relating to others, helping around the house, and participating in school and community activities. Our therapists specialize in treatment […]
by Dr. Marci Westman, Physical Therapist What Exactly is Torticollis? Infant with TorticollisImage credit: https://www.aafp.org/ afp/2007/1015/p1197.html The term torticollis means “twisted neck,” derived from the Latin terms “torta” meaning twisted and “collum” meaning neck. Torticollis is commonly found in infants and is associated with an abnormal position of the head and neck, where the head […]
by Matt Glass, Occupational Therapist, Hand Clinic Carpal tunnel syndrome is an injury of the wrist that causes tingling, numbness, and pain in the thumb and fingers. It can restrict movement and limit your ability to perform normal daily activities. Causes In anatomical terms, carpal tunnel syndrome is caused by impingement of the median nerve […]
Some out-of-pocket healthcare expenses can be deducted on your tax return when you file this year. This includes medical and dental expenses for yourself, your spouse, and your dependents for the previous year, plus mileage driven to and from appointments. For those who’ve had recurring doctors appointments, therapy, surgery, or have ongoing medical expenses for […]
We’d like to share a few preventative tips on how to avoid injuries when skiing or snowboarding this Winter. These tips come from the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons: Warm up thoroughly before playing sports. Cold muscles, tendons and ligaments are more vulnerable to injury. Take lessons. Beginners have a higher risk of injury, especially […]
Gordon is a musician who came to us with constant pain in his hands, which prevented him from teaching and performing. After hand therapy, he has fully resumed his daily activities and his masterful guitar playing with little to no pain. Here’s what he had to say about the experience: “I was referred to Bothell […]
by Heidi Padilla I am a mother of three children ages 23, 13, and 8. I am a certified elementary teacher, a certified Montessori teacher, and I was a stay-at-home mom for about four years. Currently, I have been teaching nearly full-time since early 2014. I began my teaching career twenty six years ago, and […]
