Andrea Kavka, OTR/L, CHT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
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Rotator Cuff Tear or Frozen Shoulder? Here’s How to Tell the Difference
Shoulder pain has a way of creeping into nearly every part of daily life. Simple movements — like reaching into a cabinet, fastening a seatbelt, getting dressed, or even finding a comfortable sleeping position — can suddenly become frustrating or downright painful....
Tips on How to Relieve Hip Pain While Sleeping
Sleep plays a vital role in healing, recovery, and overall well-being. Unfortunately, hip pain can make getting a full night’s rest feel nearly impossible. Tossing and turning to find a comfortable position, waking up from sharp or aching pain, or starting the morning...
Sciatica vs. Herniated Discs: Understanding the Difference
If you are struggling with lower back pain that radiates down your leg, you might have hit the internet searching for answers, only to find the terms “sciatica” and “herniated disc” discussed frequently. This is because both conditions can cause debilitating back...
SPECIALTIES
Andrea has a B.S in Occupational Therapy from Temple University. She has been specializing in hand therapy for the past 18 years and has been a Certified Hand Therapist since 2000. She was formerly employed at Taylor Hospital for 11 years where she was the supervisor of the outpatient hand clinic for 8 years. Andrea was also responsible for post-op shoulder patients, as well as acute care hand cases (tendon repairs, fractures and wounds). Andrea is the OT Manager for Premier.