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Naperville

1259 Rickert DriveNaperville, Illinois 60540
630-967-2000

About Susanne Higgins, OTD, MHS, OTR/L, CHT

Philosophy of Care

I believe in treating each patient with skill and respect for their individual needs while working as a team to meet their goals. As an occupational therapist and Certified Hand Therapist my focus is to help patients maximize their participation in the activities and roles that are important to them. I bring a depth of clinical experience while also keeping up-to-date on current, evidence informed practices.

General Info
Personal Interests

Spending time with my family, cooking, and traveling.

Languages

English

Memberships

American Society of Hand Therapists

American Occupational Therapy Association

Illinois Occupational Therapy Association

Clinical Interests

Care for people who have conditions of the upper extremity such as Acute and persistent pain, Complex trauma, Tendon and nerve injuries, Fabrication of orthoses (splints), Fractures, Ergonomics and more.

Awards & Accolades

Illinois Occupational Therapist of the Year, Illinois Occupational Therapy Association

2015

Schools
University of IllinoisGraduation Date: 1981Degree: Bachelors Degree
University of IndianapolisGraduation Date: 2010Degree: Occupational Therapy
Rocky MountainGraduation Date: 2016Degree: Doctorate in Occupational Therapy (OTD)
Clinical Expertise
Procedures
Injury Prevention
Joint Protection
Neural Tension Release
Proprioceptive
Scar Friction and Retraction
Therapeutic Exercises
Ultrasound
Work Task Specific Training
ASTYM/Graston
Body Mechanics
Electrical Stimulation
Desensitization
Ergonomics
Conditions
Work-Related Injury
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Corporate Mailing Address1100 W 31st Street
Downers Grove, Illinois 60515
Main Line - (630) 469 9200Billing Customer Service - (866) 734 7680
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