Desensitization Techniques for the Hand and Upper Extremity – Occupational Therapy
After surgery or a condition, hypersensitivity may occur with or without pain in areas such as the upper limbs. Recovery is often slow and may be resistant to treatment. This guide describes conditions, assessment, precautions, treatment techniques, and research for desensitization (tactile). Definition: Hyperesthesia is both a lower threshold to sensory stimuli and a higher … Read more