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Shelli Lucas Dellinger has opened Lucas Health Solutions in Coronado, California, offering specialized treatment for upper extremity injuries. With a strong background in occupational therapy and a unique approach known as The Lucas Method, Dellinger’s clinic aims to provide personalized care while emphasizing the importance of local healthcare services. Residents can receive tailored treatment plans for conditions such as wrist fractures and carpal tunnel syndrome, highlighting the role of community clinics in promoting health and recovery.
Coronado, California — Local occupational therapist Shelli Lucas Dellinger has officially launched her specialized treatment practice, Lucas Health Solutions, focusing on injury management and rehabilitation. Situated on 10th Street in Coronado, the clinic aims to provide tailored treatment plans for a variety of upper extremity injuries.
Dellinger, who has an extensive background in occupational therapy, earned her Bachelor’s degree in the field from Temple University in 1985. She became a Certified Hand Therapist in 1991 and has since acquired additional qualifications, including certifications in Structural Integration in 1999 and as a Certified Ergonomic Evaluator in 2000.
Dellinger’s passion for occupational therapy ignited early in her career when she began working at a hand therapy clinic in Philadelphia. In 1986, she moved to San Diego, where she continued to expand her expertise in the field until she permanently settled in Coronado in 2008. Dellinger founded Lucas Health Solutions in San Diego in 2000, where she concentrated on dynamic treatment methods for upper extremity injuries.
Lucas Health Solutions specializes in treating a range of conditions, including wrist fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome, tendonitis, and various sports-related injuries. Dellinger’s approach centers around a method she developed known as The Lucas Method, which is a comprehensive five-pronged strategy for pain and injury management. The components of this method include thorough evaluations, soft tissue treatments, kinesiotaping, strengthening programs, and ergonomic assessments.
In addition to her hands-on treatment methods, Dellinger emphasizes a holistic approach to rehabilitation, recognizing the interconnected nature of different body parts and how they impact a patient’s condition. She devotes considerable time to educating her patients, their families, and other healthcare professionals about the recovery process and the benefits of occupational therapy.
Furthermore, Dellinger is a strong advocate for the importance of local healthcare clinics, as she believes they play a crucial role in maintaining community health services. She expresses her gratitude for being part of the Coronado community and acknowledges the importance of fostering trust in the patient-therapist relationship.
For those interested in learning more about Lucas Health Solutions, inquiries can be made through the clinic’s website or by direct contact via email or phone.
With Lucas Health Solutions now open, Coronado residents have access to specialized care for upper extremity injuries, underscoring the value of personalized treatment in the field of occupational therapy.
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