About

Susan Anderson, OTR/L, CHT, CLT, has specialty in Hand Therapy: treating acute or chronic conditions affecting upper extremity function. She has over 30 years of experience working with patients with complicated injuries including nerve and tendon lacerations, elbow disorders, joint replacements, orthotic fabrication and management, fractures , sprains, arthritis and lymphedema . Her strength as a therapist is her ability to connect with her patients to understand their needs and goals. She works very hard to stay current on new treatment techniques. Her personal interests include skiing and snowshoeing, watching ski racing (especially her children), running, sewing, knitting and reading.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Occupational Therapy, College of St. Catherine
Norton School of Lymphedema

Professional Certifications

National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy
Licensed & Registered Occupational Therapy Practitioner State of Minnesota
Certified Hand Therapy (CHT) by Hand Therapy Certification Commission
Complete Decongestive Therapy: Lymphedema Treatment (CLT)
Graston Technique Certified
Kinesio Taping
Strain/Counter Strain Trained
Nerve Gliding
Upper Extremity Joint Mobilization
Custom Splinting
Physical Agent Modalities

Professional Affiliations

American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT)