Welcome to Healing Hands Hand Therapy, your trusted
source for expert hand therapy services. As a dedicated occupational therapist
(OT), I am committed to providing personalized care for conditions affecting
the hands, wrists, and upper extremities.
About Hand Therapy
Hand therapy is a specialized
area of rehabilitation focused on treating injuries, surgeries, and chronic
conditions affecting the hands and arms. As an occupational therapist with
specialized training in hand therapy, I am equipped to address a wide range of
hand and upper extremity conditions.
My Services
I
offer a comprehensive range of hand therapy services tailored to meet your
unique needs. My services include:
Conditions I Treat
I specialize in treating a
variety of hand and upper extremity conditions, including:
My Treatment Approach
I take a holistic approach to
hand therapy, focusing on addressing the underlying causes of pain and
dysfunction to restore optimal function and improve quality of life. My
evidence-based interventions, personalized treatment plans, and ongoing patient
education ensure the best possible outcomes for each individual.
Benefits of Hand Therapy
Hand therapy offers
numerous benefits, including:
Expertise and Credentials
As a registered occupational
therapist with Post graduate Masters in Hand therapy, I have the knowledge and
expertise to provide the highest standard of care for your hand and upper
extremity needs. I stay current with the latest advancements in hand therapy
through ongoing professional development and training.
Patient Resources
I provide a variety of resources
for my patients, including:
Testimonials and Success Stories
Don't just take my
word for it! Read testimonials from satisfied patients and success stories
highlighting the positive outcomes achieved through hand therapy at Healing
Hands Hand Therapy
Contact Me
Ready to take the first step towards
better hand health and function? Contact me today to schedule an appointment or
learn more about my hand therapy services. I look forward to helping you
achieve your goals for hand wellness. please email me at info@healinghandshandtherapy.com.au
Hand therapy treatments are tailored to each individual's specific condition and needs. The therapy process typically includes:
A thorough assessment of the individual's hand function, strength, range of motion, and pain levels to develop a personalized treatment plan.
Based on the evaluation, the hand therapist creates a treatment plan that may include exercises, splinting, manual therapy techniques, modalities, and activity modification.
For individuals with wounds or post-surgical incisions, hand therapists provide specialized wound care and scar management.
Custom splints are often used to protect and support the hand during healing, maintain proper alignment, and prevent contractures.
Assessing scars and prescribing Scar management strategies. These may include compression, silicon products, stretching/exercise programs, massage and, desensitization techniques.
Various techniques to manage pain, including modalities like heat or cold therapy, and manual therapy.
Patients are usually given a set of exercises to perform at home to supplement their therapy sessions and promote continuous progress.
Comprehensive education about their condition, the importance of compliance with therapy, and strategies for preventing future injuries.