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Hand Therapy
The use of our hands is an essential part of everyday life. Small difficulties within the hand can cause major problems. Correct management requires precise diagnosis and accurate treatment.
The Hand Therapy Clinic at 30 Devonshire Street provides comprehensive, individually tailored treatment for hand and upper limb conditions.
As specialists in their field, all our therapists are registered with the British Association of Hand Therapists.
Close liaison occurs between therapists, the medical team and other professionals.
Who Do We See?
Our patients include athletes, artists, office workers, people with conditions such as arthritis, individuals who have experienced hand trauma or have had reconstructive surgery.
Hand Therapy can help with a range of conditions including:
- Sports injuries
- Work related disorders
- Hand and wrist fractures
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Dupuytrens contractures
- Soft tissue injuries/repairs
- Joint arthroplasties
- Chronic pain
- Arthritic conditions
- Congenital hand deformities
- Neurological conditions
Assessment:
The initial assessment usually takes about one hour and thorough medical and social histories are taken. Any relevant x-rays and scans should be brought so the therapist can develop a clearer picture.
Patient and therapist identify short and long term goals then plan a treatment programme. The patient's condition and progress are then continuously assessed and goals reviewed throughout following treatment sessions.
Treatment Techniques:
Once a therapeutic programme has been planned, treatment methods may include:
- Patient education
- Active and passive range of movement exercises
- Splintage (dynamic and static) both custom made and pre-fabricated.
- Mobilisations
- Swelling control
- Electrotherapy
- Acupuncture
- Pain management
- Dexterity and grip training
- Soft tissue massage
- Scar and wound management
- Joint protection and energy conservation
Patient Education: Advice on healing times, pathology of conditions, tasks that need to be avoided and general support and guidance.
Active and passive range of movement exercises: A programme of exercises designed to increase the range of motion at the affected joints.
Splintage: Both custom made and pre-fabricated splints intended to protect damaged structures, provide comfort or increase range of motion.
Mobilisations: Joint mobilisations to decrease joint stiffness and encourage an increased range of motion, or to control pain.
Swelling control: Retrograde massage, pressure garments, Coban wrap and general advice on control of swelling.
Electrotherapy: Modalities such as ultrasound, laser and TENS to promote tissue healing and decrease pain.
Dexterity and grip training: Retraining with the aim of returning full functional ability to the patient.
Scar and wound management: Monitoring and treatment of surgical wounds, and management of raised, hard, painful scars.
Contact Information:
We are open 9.00am to 5.00pm (Monday to Friday)
If you would like to make an appointment or make further enquiries about our service please contact us:
- Tel:020 7908 3660
- Fax:020 7908 3661
Making Referrals
Referrals from Consultants, sports doctors, GP's and other allied health practitioners are accepted.
Self-referrals are also welcome. Our service is covered by all private health insurance schemes.
