YORKTOWN HAND & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Margo Libenson, MS, OTR, CHT
COVID-19 UPDATE
Yorktown Hand & Occupational Therapy is now open for in-office visits at the Yorktown Heights location. We continue to offer telehealth therapy sessions if desired. Scheduling is flexible - please contact us to make an appointment. Stay safe and be well!
ABOUT US
Exceeding Expectations One Patient at a Time
Yorktown Hand/Occupational Therapy has been dedicated to providing high-quality upper extremity rehabilitation since its establishment in 1993. At our offices, patients will receive focused, comprehensive one-on-one treatment sessions in a cheerful, professional environment. Our primary goal is to return patients to their optimum/prior level of function as quickly as possible.
After a thorough assessment, each patient will receive a customized therapy program designed specifically for his or her needs. A myriad of techniques are utilized to help patients increase range of motion and strength, decrease pain and swelling and improve fine motor coordination, thereby improving overall function.
Treatment sessions are with our Certified Hand Therapist, Margo Libenson, who is a licensed Occupational Therapist. Margo has been serving Yorktown and the surrounding Westchester and Putnam County communities for more than 25 years. In addition to the Yorktown location, Margo also has offices in Brooklyn and The Bronx. Our office staff is available to answer questions throughout the treatment process.
OUR SERVICES
Custom Splinting
Some conditions may require custom splinting which will be made on-site. Splints are used to:
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increase range of motion
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protect surgical repairs/fractures
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rest an inflamed joint
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improve function
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provide proper positioning (such as for carpal tunnel syndrome)
Strengthening and Conditioning
Patients will be provided with specific exercises tailored to their needs. Exercises will be performed at the time of service to increase strength and range of motion. Patients are instructed in fine motor coordination activities to improve their dexterity. Specific home exercise programs are issued and upgraded as needed.
Scar Management
Scar tissue forms as a normal healing response following surgery or injury. Depending on how a scar heals, patients may benefit from massage, vibration, exercises, desensitization and/or silicone gel sheets. These techniques will help the scar to become softer and flatter and help to prevent adhesions.
Ergonomics Education
Many people suffer injuries or pain syndromes from inefficiency in their work environment. Our therapists will teach patients proper body mechanics and provide information to help prevent job-site musculoskeletal injuries while providing comfort, efficiency and safety. In addition, we teach joint protection and energy conservation techniques.
Hand Therapy
Hand Therapy is a form of rehabilitation where the therapist specializes in treating injuries and conditions of the upper extremity (shoulder, arm, elbow, wrist and hand).
Conditions We Treat:
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Arthritis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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Acute Hand Trauma
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Shoulder and Elbow Conditions
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Post-Operative Conditions
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Sports Injuries
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Congenital Anomalies
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Repetitive Trauma
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Neurological Disorders
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Sprains and Strains
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Fractures
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Tennis Elbow/Golfer's Elbow
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Dupuytren's Contracture
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Amputations
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Tendon, Ligament, and Nerve Injuries
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Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
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Crush Injuries
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Rotator Cuff Injuries
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Shoulder Impingements
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Tendinitis
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CVA/Hemiparesis
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Joint Replacement
Services We Provide:
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Therapeutic Exercises/Activities
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Manual Therapy
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Custom Splint/Cast Fabrication
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Home Exercise Programs/Plans
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Wound Care
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Ergonomics
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Thermo/Electro Modalities
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Patient Education
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Desensitization
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Sensory Reeducation
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Joint/Soft Tissue Mobilization
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Taping
MEET THE THERAPIST
Margo Libenson, MS, OTR, CHT
Dealing with health issues can be a difficult situation. You shouldn’t have to go it alone. The Yorktown Hand & Occupational Therapy team of certified, highly skilled, and experienced care providers always has our patients’ best interests and well-being at heart. Meet the face that is running our Healthcare Facilities, and schedule an appointment today!
Margo Libenson is a Registered Occupational Therapist and has been a Board Certified Hand Therapist for 25+ years. She received her Bachelor of Science from the University of Pittsburgh and then completed her Master's Degree in Occupational Therapy from Columbia University. She is past director of the rehabilitation department at St. Barnabas Hospital in the Bronx. Margo's broad background and experience includes treatment of children and adults with orthopedic and neurological conditions. In addition to her practice in Yorktown Heights, Margo also has a practice in East Flatbush and serves the surrounding communities within Brooklyn. She is a charter member of The American Society of Hand Therapists.
OFFICE HOURS
YORKTOWN:
Mon - Tue: 9am-6:30pm
Fri: 11am-5pm
Sat: 9am-12:30pm
BROOKLYN:
Wed: 10am-1pm, 3pm-6pm
BRONX:
Thu: 10am-5pm