Occupational Therapy

Occupational Therapist Luke Ostergaard becomes Certified Hand Therapist

Encore Rehabilitation is proud to congratulate Luke Ostergaard, OTR/L, CEAS, Cert. DN — now officially a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)!

The CHT credential represents one of the highest levels of specialization in upper extremity rehabilitation. To become a CHT, therapists must complete extensive clinical experience in treating the hand and upper extremity (4,00+ hours) and pass a rigorous national board examination. This certification demonstrates advanced expertise in complex injuries and post-surgical care of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.

About Luke:
Luke Ostergaard serves as the Clinic Director at Encore Rehabilitation–Brookley Field and as an Occupational Therapist at Encore Rehabilitation–West Mobile. His specialties include upper extremity rehabilitation, hand therapy, industrial/workers’ compensation rehabilitation, ergonomic assessment, and dry needling.

A dual graduate of the University of South Alabama, Luke holds a B.S. in Exercise Science and an M.S. in Occupational Therapy.

Since joining Encore in 2021, he has been committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and supporting individuals in regaining function and returning to meaningful activities.

Please join us in congratulating Luke on this outstanding accomplishment and continued dedication to excellence in patient care!

Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field
1775 Ninth Street
Mobile, Alabama 36615
251-322-2071

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Meet Luke Ostergaard, OTR/L, with Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field, Mobile, AL

Our Therapists make a difference! Meet Luke Ostergaard, Clinic Director at Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field! 

Luke is an Occupational Therapist and leader at Encore, Certified Ergonomics Assessment Specialist, and will soon be a Certified Hand Therapist. He is also Certified in Dry Needling. 


With a passion for helping workers recover and stay strong, his clinic combines expert Occupational and Physical Therapy with a specialized Warehouse Gym for real-world, industrial rehab.


~Request an appointment with Luke and the Rehab Team with this link: https://patients.betterhealthcare.co/booking/facilities/10679/appointment-type?utm_source=facebook_organic&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=4479

Encore Rehabilitation-Brookley Field
1775 Ninth Street
Mobile, Alabama 36615
251-322-2071

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Celebrating at Encore Rehabilitation-Pelham

Encore Rehabilitation-Pelham is more than a team; we are a family dedicated to our family’s health! #IamEncore

Celebrating all our Encore Family during National Physical Therapy Month!

Suzanne Jarvis, PT and Aubrey Lawrence, OTR

Encore Rehabilitation-Pelham
120 Cahaba Valley Parkway, Suite 201
Pelham, Alabama 35124
205-216-2613

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Encore Hand and Industrial Rehab moves to the Finley Center!

We’re moving! 🚚 Starting Monday November 3, 2025, come see us in our new location!

Finley Center – 5508 Stadium Trace Parkway, Hoover!

Now Occupational Therapy, Hand Therapy, Industrial Rehab, Sports Medicine, and Physical Therapy will all be in one place!

Come see us with Encore Rehabilitation-Hoover at the Finley Center!

~Now accepting new patients!

Encore Hand and Industrial Rehab-Hoover
5508 Stadium Trace Parkway
Hoover, Alabama 35244
205-682-7650

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Ms. Merrell is Patient of the Month for Encore Rehabilitation-Tupelo

Encore Rehabilitation – Tupelo Patient of the Month 🌟

Congratulations to Jennifer Merrell, our Encore Rehabilitation – Tupelo Patient of the Month!

Jennifer suffered a wrist fracture that required surgery and extensive therapy to regain her mobility and strength. Through dedication and hard work, she attended therapy three times a week, focusing on restoring her fine motor skills in her dominant hand and wrist.

Her goal was to return to performing her phlebotomy skills at the same level as before her injury in her role as a nurse and she’s proud to say she’s met that goal!

Jennifer shared,

“I would recommend Encore Rehabilitation – Tupelo. The Occupational Therapists are creative and adaptive in activities that are specific to your desired functional ability. They are encouraging, fun, and create a great sense of camaraderie along with the hard work!”

Thank you, Jennifer, for trusting us with your care! We’ve loved being part of your recovery journey and are thrilled to see you back doing the job you love. 💙

📸 Jennifer is pictured with Dawn Bean, Occupational Therapist/Certified Hand Therapist.

If you or someone you know needs Occupational or Physical Therapy, give us a call! Let our team help you get back to work, back to play, and back to doing what you love.

Or request an appointment with this link: https://patients.betterhealthcare.co/…/appointment-type…

Encore Rehabilitation-Tupelo

499 S Gloster Creek Village, Suite F1

Tupelo, MS 38801

662-269-8006

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Fantastic Recovery for Ms. Clements with Encore Rehabilitation-West Mobile!

From full-time oxygen and a wheelchair to walking on her own—Michelle Clements got her life back!

When Ms. Clements came to Encore Rehabilitation – West Mobile, she was recovering from a fall which resulted in a fractured arm. She also had a lung infection and post-COVID complications that left her with very limited mobility and was on continuous oxygen. After her hospital stay, she was in need of Physical Therapy for walking, balance, and general movement.

She was highly motivated to “get her life back” and she was successful!

Ms. Clements worked hard both in therapy and at home with her home exercise program. She was determined to succeed and it showed!

She is discharging oxygen-free, wheelchair and walker free! She is now assistive-device free, has good endurance, and is moving so well!

She “got her life back” with the help of her Rehab Team at Encore Rehabilitation-West Mobile! We are so proud you, Ms. Clements, wish you continued good health and much happiness!

~~The best part of our job? Seeing you and your family doing what you love again! Our Encore family is here to help yours! Request an appointment online with this link: https://patients.betterhealthcare.co/…/appointment-type…

Encore Rehabilitation-West Mobile
1059 Snow Road S., Unit B
Mobile, AL 36695
251-216-9808

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Smiles & more smiles with Encore Rehabilitation-Arab

When you LOVE what you do, it shows! And we love Miss E’s smile!

Celebrating National Physical Therapy Month! Our Family is here to help your family! We are here to help you every step of the way! 

#IamEncore ! 

Now offering Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy for Adults and Pediatrics. 

Encore Rehabilitation-Arab
1510 N. Brindlee Mountain Parkway
Arab, Alabama 35016
256-931-2013

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Mr. Brown and Encore Rehabilitation-Arab ~#IamEncore

Every smile, every milestone, every recovery-we’re honored to be part of your family’s journey! We are proud to be on the wellness path with Mr. Brown!

Celebrating National Physical Therapy Month! Our family is here to help your family!

#IamEncore !

~Now offering Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy for Adults and Pediatrics~

Encore Rehabilitation – Arab
1510 N. Brindlee Mountain Parkway
Arab, Alabama 35016
256-931-2013

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Leading the Way in Industrial Rehab and Workers’ Comp Rehab ~ Encore Rehabilitation, Inc.!
Smiling lady who is a workers' comp patient standing with smiling occupational therapist

At Encore Rehabilitation, we’re proud to be Leading the Way in Industrial Rehab and Workers’ Comp Rehab!

Our dedicated team of experts serves industries across the Alabama and Mississippi with injury prevention, recovery, and workplace health programs. 

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be introducing you to the professionals behind our Industrial Rehab Team — the people who make Encore Rehabilitation a trusted leader in helping employees recover and thrive!

We see success stories like Mary Tucker’s every day. Shown here with Occupational Therapist and Clinic Director Luke Ostergaard, Ms. Tucker came to us after a work-related arm fracture. Through hard work and skilled therapy, she regained strength and returned to work pain-free.

“When I first started Occupational Therapy, I was in severe pain. Then I learned exercises that helped me get my wrist and hand moving again. I would recommend Encore to anyone who needs rehab! I really appreciate the care I was given at Encore. I am now able to get back to work without pain!” – Mary Tucker, happy patient

We’re proud of Mary’s commitment and of the care our team provides every day to help employees recover and thrive!

👉 Learn more about our Industrial Rehab and Workers’ Comp services: https://encorerehab.com/services/workzone-industrial-rehab

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Celebrating Physical Therapy (and Occupational Therapy) at Encore Rehabilitation-Andalusia

The Encore Rehabilitation Family is built on compassion, care, and commitment-values that have guided us since day one! #IamEncore

Ethan and Hope know that healing takes teamwork-and that’s where the Encore Family shines! Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy always work together to benefit our patients!

Happy National Physical Therapy Month from your friends at Encore Rehabilitation-Andalusia! 

Encore Rehabilitation-Andalusia
125 Medial Park Drive, Suite 106
Andalusia, Alabama 36420
334-428-7040

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