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Welcome to work rehabilitation at the Curtis National Hand Center.
Our work rehabilitation clinic is located inside The Curtis National Hand Center at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital. Our compassionate physical and occupational therapists are specialized in work conditioning and work hardening for injured workers. Our clinic offers a thorough functional capacity evaluation to assess your physical skills, functional abilities, and work tolerances to establish a personalized work rehabilitation program that best fits your needs.
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Services we offer
Visiting us
Our hours of operation:
Monday to Friday
7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Insurance
MedStar Health participates with most major health insurance plans. Please contact your insurance company to confirm coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What work rehabilitation services are offered at the Curtis National Hand Center?
Work Rehabilitation at the Curtis National Hand Center offers specialized work conditioning and work hardening programs designed to help injured workers improve physical functioning, activity tolerance, and job-specific abilities as they prepare to return to work. Functional capacity evaluations are used to tailor individualized rehabilitation plans.
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What types of conditions or cases are treated through work rehabilitation?
The clinic supports injured workers recovering from upper extremity injuries and other work-related conditions that affect the ability to perform job duties. Programs focus on restoring strength, endurance, and functional skills needed for safe work performance.
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Where is the Work Rehabilitation clinic located?
Work Rehabilitation at the Curtis National Hand Center is located inside The Curtis National Hand Center at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, in the Johnston Professional Building at 3333 N. Calvert Street, Suite 220B (Second Floor), Baltimore, MD 21218.
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What should I expect during my first work rehabilitation visit?
Your first visit typically includes a functional capacity evaluation (FCE), where physical and occupational therapists assess your strength, endurance, and ability to perform work-related tasks. This information is used to develop a tailored work rehabilitation program.
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Is parking available near the Curtis National Hand Center?
Yes. Ample free parking is available at MedStar Union Memorial Hospital and nearby lots, making it easy to attend your work rehabilitation appointments.
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How do I get to the clinic using public transportation?
The Curtis National Hand Center is accessible by local bus routes serving North Calvert Street in Baltimore. If traveling from farther away, you can connect via Baltimore’s transit lines to reach the hospital area. (Tip: check local transit schedules for the most current routing.)
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What types of insurance are accepted at the work rehabilitation clinic?
MedStar Health participates with most major health insurance plans, but coverage and referral requirements can vary. It’s best to contact your insurance provider or call the clinic to verify your benefits before your visit.
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How can I contact the Work Rehabilitation clinic or make an appointment?
You can call 410-554-2170 to schedule an appointment, ask questions about services, or check insurance coverage at the Curtis National Hand Center’s Work Rehabilitation location.
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How should I prepare for my physical therapy appointment?
Eat a balanced meal 1-2 hours prior to therapy. Drink about 2.5 cups of water prior to therapy. Take any prescribed pain medications at least 1 hour prior to therapy. Dress in T-shirts, athletic tops, sweatpants, shorts, yoga pants, or athletic leggings. Wear athletic/walking shoes and avoid open toed sandals, flip-flops, and high heels. Ensure proper access to the treatment area.