Enrique, the founder of Endeavor Rehab Center, has over 10 years experience as an occupational therapist, specializing in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation. He received his degree in occupational therapy from Texas Woman’s University in Denton and later added an MBA from St. Edwards University in Austin.  He completed specialized training as a Certified Hand Therapist in 2007.

In 2005, he was a guest speaker at the Texas chapter of the American Hand Therapy Association, presenting on “Dynamic traction splinting of intra-articular PIP joint fractures.” Prior to becoming a therapist, Enrique served in the U.S. Army Rangers in the 1st Ranger Battalion.

Endeavor Rehab Center in Austin, Texas offers specialized hand therapy services for treatment of hand and upper extremity injuries and disorders in a addition to outpatient physical therapy services.

Every day you use your hands countless times to grasp, carry, release and manipulate objects and perform tasks such as writing, playing an instrument or typing on a keyboard.

There are countless ways your hands may become injured. Because your hands and wrists are in constant motion each day, they are susceptible to overuse injuries such as tendonitis and carpal tunnel syndrome. Problems can occur from normal wear and tear in the muscles and joints such as arthritis. Also, hand problems may develop because of certain medical conditions such as diabetes or pregnancy. 

Your hands also serve as a protective mechanism for your body and are vulnerable when mishaps occur. For example, you use your hands to protect yourself by shielding potentially dangerous objects and breaking falls. Due to this protective reaction, the bones of the hand and wrist are commonly fractured. In addition to these dangers, the hands are susceptible to cuts, abrasions and burns that can result in damaged tendons, nerves or even lead to infection.