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Haley Van Escobar

Occupational Therapist | Hand

Dr. Haley Van Escobar practices Occupational Medicine in Silverdale, WA. Dr. Van Escobar evaluates the interaction between work and health. Occupational medicine physicians have general knowledge of worksite operations and are familiar with the toxic properties of materials used by employees and the potential hazards and stressors of work processes; in addition to being qualified to determine an employees physical and emotional fitness for work; diagnosing and treating occupational diseases; handling work related injuries; and having an understanding of rehabilitation methods, health education techniques, sanitation, and workers compensation laws.
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12 years Experience
Haley Van Escobar
  • Silverdale, WA
  • Eastern Washington University
  • Accepting new patients

I think I'm ill from my work environment. Should I see an occupational medicine doctor?

Yes you should.

How can occupational therapy help stroke patients?

Occupational therapy offers many ways to help people recovering from stroke, and can be particularly beneficial in the very early phase after the event. I encourage you to seek READ MORE
Occupational therapy offers many ways to help people recovering from stroke, and can be particularly beneficial in the very early phase after the event. I encourage you to seek out an OT with speciality in treating stroke and other neurological conditions.

When should my mom start occupational therapy?

OT can be particularly helpful in the early phase after a stroke! I encourage you to request this intervention and referral from your physician. Seek out an OT with specialty experience READ MORE
OT can be particularly helpful in the early phase after a stroke! I encourage you to request this intervention and referral from your physician. Seek out an OT with specialty experience in stroke and neurological conditions.

I am a teacher and I find my voice quite strained. What can I do?

This can be very uncomfortable! And you must continue speaking your classroom. Vocal strain can occur from poor posture while speaking, as well as from forced loud speaking over READ MORE
This can be very uncomfortable! And you must continue speaking your classroom. Vocal strain can occur from poor posture while speaking, as well as from forced loud speaking over a long period of time. A formal option would be to seek out a vocal coach to problem solve your concern. They would likely assign vocal exercises to strengthen and warm up your voice.

Should my grandmother be doing exercises at home alongside therapy?

Many times OT will include a home program. There are times when the OT will hesitate to assign exercises if they are concerned the patient will have trouble completing them independently. READ MORE
Many times OT will include a home program. There are times when the OT will hesitate to assign exercises if they are concerned the patient will have trouble completing them independently. I encourage you to attend a visit with your grandmother and assist in communication and observing your grandmother so you can help at home.

What can we do to ease down stress levels among our employees?

Consider an ergonomic evaluation of your workspace. This can be done in person, or if you are seeking virtual evaluation, please connect!

My child is late in achieving her milestones. Can an occupational therapist help?

The cause of lateness in achieving milestones could be from many, many factors. An OT can absolutely help problem-solve and encourage achievement of milestones for best possible READ MORE
The cause of lateness in achieving milestones could be from many, many factors. An OT can absolutely help problem-solve and encourage achievement of milestones for best possible development. Seek out an OT with experience in this field.

Can occupational therapy help my mother regain strength in her hand faster?

As an occupational therapist and certified hand therapist, I can strongly encourage you to connect your mother with an OT who works with hands. Hand therapy combines knowledge READ MORE
As an occupational therapist and certified hand therapist, I can strongly encourage you to connect your mother with an OT who works with hands. Hand therapy combines knowledge of the microanatomy of the hand with rehabilitation principles and helps people get range of motion and strength.
Best wishes for a speedy recovery!

Haley Van Escobar, MOTR/L, CHT

Is occupational therapy wise to help me regain strength?

Maintaining strength and function through chemo can be very challenging. An OT or hand therapist would be very capable of giving insight and ideas into how to not only maintain READ MORE
Maintaining strength and function through chemo can be very challenging. An OT or hand therapist would be very capable of giving insight and ideas into how to not only maintain function, but improve the strength of your upper extremities.
Wishing a fast recovery for you!

Haley Van Escobar, MOTR/L, CHT