At Southern Hand Therapy, our experienced hand therapists are dedicated to providing expert care and treatment for patients who have had an injury to their finger, thumb or wrist.
We provide same day consultations at our fracture clinic across both our Kogarah and Sutherland clinics to help get you on the path to recovery.
1. Assessment and Diagnosis Support:
Same day consultation to assess and evaluate your injured hand to help get your healing on the right track.
Organise referrals for imaging (X-rays, ultrasounds, CT and/or MRI scans)
Collaborate with local Hand and Upper Limb surgeons if we feel that a specialist opinion is needed.
2. Custom Splinting and Casting
A key part of our specialty as hand therapists is to fabricate custom splints (both hard or soft splinting) to protect and support injured areas during the healing process.
Apply waterproof fibreglass casts to ensure comfort and optimal healing alignment.
3. Rehabilitation and Functional Recovery:
Design tailored therapy programs to regain range of movement, strength and function..
Address post-fracture complications like pain, swelling and scar tissue.
Specialised Expertise:
Our hand therapists hold advanced certifications and training:
AHT (Accredited Hand Therapist) - as awarded by the Australian Hand Therapy Association
and
Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) - USA
ensuring the highest level of care for fractures and complex injuries.
Finger, thumb and wrist fractures
Soft tissue injuries such as jarred joints, dislocations
Post-surgical rehabilitation for hand and upper limb procedures
If you or a loved one has sustained a hand or upper limb fracture, let us help you on the road to recovery. Contact us at 9553 8597 or frontdesk@southernhandtherapy.com.au to schedule a same day appointment.