Diagnosed with left C6 root lesion plus mild to moderate carpal tunnel syndrome bilaterally. Diagnosed with cervical myofascial syndromes, overweight, osteoarthritis. No surgical indications. Admitted to aggressive physical medicine and therapy program at CPRC, Monday through Saturday for four weeks. In occupational therapy, patient is simulated in all activities of daily living and instructed in proper body mechanics for these activities.
Psychology provides counseling for anxiety and instruction in relaxation techniques.
Vocational rehabilitation and Ergonomics provide job simulation for patient's position as salesman which includes multiple driving trips per day of approx. 30 minutes each. Functional Electrical Stimulation for strengthening left biceps. Patient successfully completes program. Drove from home to CPRC 20 minutes in morning and 90 minutes in afternoon each day.