I am an Occupational Therapist specializing in Hand/Upper Extremity Therapy. I have over 25 years experience as an Occupational Therapist, with the majority being in Upper Extremity/Hand Rehabilitation. I am passionate about building strong relationships with my patients throughout the rehabilitation process, using my proficient skills and experience to provide patients with the best possible outcomes.
Michelle Zabin, OTR/L
Hand Therapy, Physical & Occupational Therapy
Practices In:
Tinley Park
Patients Seen:
All Ages
Languages
English
Clinical Interests
I have extensive experience with a wide range of Orthopedic and Neurological conditions affecting, adults, adolescents and children. My particularr areas of interest include reconstructive hand surgery, flexor/extensor tendon repairs, nerve transfers/repairs, wound care, amputations, and arthritic disease. I strive to help patients return to their activities of daily living and resume meaningful work, school, play, sports, and recreational activities.
Personal Interests
My perfect day would be a long walk on a hot and sandy beach, a boat day out on the water, or a fabulous motorcycle ride to an unknown destination!
Memberships
Chicago Metro Hand Society Group
School
University of Illinois
Graduation Date:
1994
Degree:
Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy
Procedures
Desensitization, Functionally-based Rehabilitation, Joint Protection, Manual Therapy, Therapeutic Exercises