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Services
Certified Hand Therapy
As a Certified Hand Therapist with 20 years experience I have sincerely enjoyed treating a wide variety of problems like Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tendonitis, Arthritis, Fractures, Amputations, Lacerations, CRPS, Post Operative Tendon Rehab, Tendon Transfers, Congenital Deformity, as well as Musicians Injuries and Conditions related to the Spine.
Spine Strengthening with Medx Medical Machines
MedX Medical Grade Machines, seen at Medxoinline.com, provide precision strengthening for many of the most common neck and back problems, many of which can affect hand function. Computer Testing of Strength, Range, and Progress offer critical validations and motivation to recover.
Spinal Rehabilitation
Mckenzie Institute (I'm in training) has helped significantly with identifying which exercises make the biggest difference. This requires evaluating each exercise on it's merits in reducing pain or having some measurable benefit right now. While providing hands on care when needed, Mckenzie philosophy seeks first to empower patients to care for themselves in a strategic way. In addition, Medx Strengthening if indicated, can be a powerful and effective aid in helping patients gain both independence reinforced with the highest level strengthening technology.
See MedxOnline.com and MckenzieUSA for more information.
Team and History
Thomas Dee Petzoldt, MA, MOT, OTL/CHT with my mom, Fayanna Petzoldt
After the death of my dad, Richard Petzoldt, MD, a hand surgeon in San Jose, my mother Fayanna, with the help and dedication of my fathers staff, established the RL Petzoldt Memorial Center for Hand Rehabilitation in 1986.
Inspired by their example, I joined in 1997 with a degree in Occupational Therapy.
Tom's Degrees: Bachelors Degree Human Development, Pacific Oaks College, Pasadena, CA
Masters Degree - Counseling Psychology, California Institute of Integral Studies, San Francisco, CA
Masters Degree Occupational Therapy, Samuel Merritt University, Oakland CA
Certified Hand Therapist
Owner Petzoldt Hand & Back Rehab