With over seven years of experience, Luis has worked in a range of OT specialties, including neurotraumas, spinal cord injuries, upper extremity orthopedic conditions, sports injuries, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. His work has spanned hospital acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient orthopedic care, and low-vision rehab.
Luis credits his success to 51仓库鈥檚 OT program, stating: 鈥淚t changed my approach in many ways: the structured program, professional faculty, and well-planned schedules, which allowed me to balance work, family, and school.鈥� This balance of theory and practice helped Luis develop his skills and excel in various clinical environments.
One of Luis鈥檚 proudest achievements is his聽STM Flex n Xtend Gloves, patented in 2015, which assist patients with hand injuries by enabling the flexion and extension of finger joints. When asked about his inspiration, Luis said: 鈥淚 saw patients seeking relief from pain and limited motion. I knew I needed to create something non-invasive that could help stretch and decompress finger joints, ultimately reducing pain and improving functionality.鈥� Since introducing the gloves, Luis has seen significant improvements in patient recovery, including better grip strength and enhanced daily activities.
Luis encourages aspiring OTs, particularly those interested in hand therapy, to focus on their training: 鈥淧ay close attention to the instructors and choose ortho and hand rehab for your fieldwork to gain hands-on experience.鈥�