We have hand therapists that are specially trained to provide expert management for hand and upper limb injuries/conditions. Our hand therapists assess, diagnose, and treat a variety of injuries and conditions that affect your upper limb - specifically the wrist, thumb, fingers, hand, forearm, and elbow.
Our hand therapists are registered occupational therapists or physiotherapists who have undertaken post graduate study in Rehabilitation with an emphasis on the upper limb, as well as completing specialist splinting training, on the job education and peer reviews.
Our hand therapists work closely with Waikato DHB, local GP’s, orthopedic and plastic surgeons, radiology clinics, emergency services, and ACC to ensure all treatment is collaborative and to the highest standard.
No referral is needed for an appointment with us. We see DHB referral’s, private patient’s, ACC initial and follow ups are all available at our clinics.
“from your finger tip to your elbow, and everything in between”
HAND AND UPPER LIMB CONDITIONS WE COMMONLY SEE
Acute Trauma: fractures, sprains, strains, dislocations, tendon and nerve injuries, amputations, lacerations, replantation’s and burns
Sporting injuries: mallet finger, fractures
Arthritis: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, joint replacements, overuse, and pain
Nerve conditions: carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital fossa syndrome
Post-surgical conditions: dupuytrens, joint replacements, carpal tunnel release, fracture fixations, tendon, nerve, and muscle repairs.
Overuse injuries: tennis and golfer’s elbow, de Quervains, carpal tunnel syndrome
Work-related injuries: tendinopathies, de Quervains, intersection syndrome
Burns and plastics: post injury burn care, skin grafts and flaps
Paediatric: congenital and neurological conditions
HAND THERAPY SERVICES WE PROVIDE
Custom splinting and casting to support injured structures and promote healing
Fitting of off-the-shelf orthotics, splints, and braces
Manual and manipulative therapy
Wound management
Scar management
Oedema/swelling management
Pain management and desensitisation
Strengthening and range of motion rehabilitation programmes
Functional assessment and rehab
Ergonomic and workplace assessment and advice
Sensory testing and retraining
Onward referral if required