Hand Therapy Exceptional! My Doc’s, here in Las Cruces & El Paso, recommended Laura Visanko for Pre and Post hand surgery therapy claiming she was the absolute BEST! So true! Laura’s therapy involved a more holistic approach; improving my range of motion, rebuilding muscles, pain control, teaching good mechanics, improving scar tissues issues and stressing continued use of home exercises/stretching. Surgery recovery is not easy but Good therapy so crucial in return to full healing! Once again….Laura is the BEST! Mary Ann Westberg

I met Laura when I was diagnosed with CRPS (complex regional pain syndrome) in my right hand. The Doctor treating me at the time said that she was the best and the only person he trusted to help me in my dire condition. He was right, she is the best! To say that Laura was just a hand therapist to me is an understatement. Laura knew exactly how crucial it was that she create a personalized treatment plan for me that would get me back to my pre injury life as soon as possible. I couldn’t stand to look at my hand, it was discolored, swollen, my fingers had curled into a fist, and it was extremely painful to touch. I wanted it amputated. Time was of the essence in my healing. It was a challenge, but for at least 9 months, 3 days a week Laura guided me through one of the most painful, both physically and emotionally times in my life. It was tough, but she never made me feel like I was alone. She cheered me on at every milestone and reevaluated my treatment as needed. She truly cared! She pushed me when I thought I couldn’t do more, she listened when I cried and helped me heal both physically and mentally. She incorporated exercises that made me feel like the Karate Kid, you know like, “wax on, wax off”… but before I knew it, I started creating muscle memory and little by little I started to use my right hand more and more. I learned to write again, button my clothes, and before I knew it, all the things that I took for granted were coming back. The pain had subsided too! Until this day, when I look back, I can honestly say that Laura along with a few others were part of a treatment team that saved my life. I am forever grateful to Laura for helping me get back to my life! She will always be my #1 choice if I ever need any kind of hand therapy again.

There is a local refrain that we do not have good medical care in our community, but there are some exceptional medical providers here and it is important that we freely spread the word about them in an effort to keep them here to care for us. Laura Visanko is one of those wonderful providers. I say that with no exceptions. Arthritic hands run in my family and I had abused my hands for years with typing, gardening and beading and they hurt. I had trigger fingers, and swollen and frozen joints. After seeking treatment from several doctors and wanting to avoid surgery, I found Laura and experienced her incredible care. She is smart, hard working, efficient, effectual, punctual and particular about her care. She really wants her clients to get well. Her treatment left me with far less pain and much more functionality. After she helped me reduce the pain and inflammation, she taught me lifestyle changes to keep my hands healthy. I know some of her patients that went to her after hand surgeries and they all feel that she played a significant part in their successful recovery. Other medical professionals sing her praises. Laura is the best!! Marci Beyer

My name is Linda Trainer-Miller. I was referred to Laura for hand therapy several years ago after falling on the Pickleball court in Mexico and fracturing 3 fingers on my right hand. I was told by Orthopedists locally if I chose not to have surgery, I would never be able to fully close my hand again and would probably develop some arthritis. I chose to work with Laura. Her skills and expertise and my hard work in conjunction with her plan worked amazingly. After about 3 months of therapy, I am happy to report, I am able to make a full fist without pain and no signs of arthritis. I would strongly recommend Laura if anyone needs a hand therapist. Linda

Laura was referred to me by my Surgeon and she has been treating my elbow and hand after surgery. Laura is a very good OT she has the knowledge and right attitude to treat patients with pain trauma and inflammation, during the treatment session she stays with you and makes you involved and focus. My Surgeon and I are pleased an satisfied with Laura's professional and caring attitude. My pain level has gone down from a 7 to a 3 Thank you Laura for all you do.

I came to Laura with numbness and weakness in my right arm. This was a huge concern for me because I am a dental hygienist. I've been practicing for about 14 years. Laura was able to pinpoint the issue immediately. She was able to guide me through the exercises and equipment I would need to promote healing. She also gave me pointers on preventative measures for my hands. Laura was extremely knowledgeable and very understanding. Besides guiding me through exercises, she was able to put my mind at ease. I can't thank her enough for the wonderful care and attention she provided to me.