Description
Maintain strength, flexibility, and function in your hands and arms as you age. A physical therapist discusses ways to preserve range of motion, prevent common injuries, and manage conditions like rotator cuff injuries, tennis elbow, and carpal tunnel syndrome. Practical strategies for maintaining everyday function are included. Participants receive a handout with recommended activities and exercises to support long-term hand and arm health.
Leslie Herman is a licensed physical therapist (PT) retired from clinical practice. She came to PT after ten years as a registered respiratory therapist. Her early PT career focused on major disability, followed by years of home health. She worked for the Pueblo of Isleta, creating and staffing an outpatient physical therapy clinic. She currently leads exercise classes and gives monthly talks on anatomy for exercise.