WashU Medicine Occupational Therapy at Sunset Hills

3630 S. Geyer Road Suite 130 St. Louis, MO 63127 314-286-1669

Sunday Closed
Monday 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Wednesday 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Thursday 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Friday 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Saturday Closed

WashU Medicine Ophthalmology at Sunset Hills, located in the Center for Advanced Medicine–Sunset Hills

Services provided

WashU Medicine Occupational Therapy at Sunset Hills provides specialized care for the hand, wrist, elbow, arm, and shoulder, also known as upper-extremity care.

Daily activity retraining

Practice everyday tasks to improve independence and function

Hand and upper-extremity rehabilitation

Therapy for injuries and conditions affecting the hand, wrist, elbow, and arm

Custom orthotics

Custom-made supports to protect joints, improve positioning, or support healing

Sensory retraining

Therapy to reduce sensitivity and help restore sensation after injury

Swelling management

Techniques to reduce swelling in the hand and upper extremity

Exercise and strengthening

Personalized exercises to improve movement, flexibility, and strength

Joint protection techniques

Strategies to reduce stress on painful or injured joints

Scar management

Therapy to soften scars and improve comfort and movement

Conditions we treat

We provide rehabilitation for many common and complex hand and upper-extremity conditions, including:

Elbow, wrist, or hand arthritis

Joint pain and stiffness that can make daily activities difficult

Tendonitis

Pain and swelling caused by an irritated or inflamed tendon

Joint contractures

Tight joints that limit movement in the hand, wrist, elbow, or arm

Fractures and dislocations

Rehabilitation after a broken bone or joint moves out of place

Crush injuries and amputations

Specialized rehabilitation after serious injury or limb loss

Tendon and ligament injuries

Rehabilitation for injured tissues that support movement and joint stability

Nerve injuries or compression

Care for nerve injuries and compression, including brachial plexus injuries

Congenital hand and arm differences

Therapy for hand or upper-extremity differences present at birth

Why choose WashU Medicine Occupational Therapy at Sunset Hills

For hand, wrist, elbow, and other upper-extremity conditions, WashU Medicine occupational therapists provide specialized care through the Milliken Hand Rehabilitation Center. Therapists help patients recover function and return to everyday activities following injuries, surgery, or conditions affecting the hand and upper extremity.

A history of specialized care: WashU Medicine Milliken Hand Rehabilitation Center was one of the first three hand rehabilitation facilities established in the United States.
Certified hand therapists: Specialized therapists provide rehabilitation for hand and upper-extremity injuries and conditions.
Coordinated care: Therapists work with orthopedic, plastic surgery, and primary care physicians to support each patient’s treatment plan.
Custom treatment plans: Therapy may include custom orthotics, exercise, sensory retraining, swelling management, joint protection, and scar management.

Before your appointment

We want your first visit to be as smooth as possible. Here’s what you need to know:

Confirm arrival time and any other instructions when scheduling.
Complete any forms provided before your appointment.
Bring your referral or therapy order if it has not already been sent to the clinic.
Bring relevant medical records, imaging, or test results if requested.
Bring your photo ID and insurance card.
Bring any splints, braces, or other devices you currently use.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows your therapist to easily examine and move the area being treated.