Services
The Hand Therapists - What We Do
Craig can assist in the management of:
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Fractures of the hand, wrist, forearm and elbow.
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Joint sprains and muscle strains. e.g. Skiers Thumb, finger dislocations, wrist sprains.
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Tendon issues. e.g. Trigger finger, de Quervains tenosynovitis and mallet fingers.
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Nerve issues. e.g. Carpal tunnel or cubital tunnel syndromes.
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Soft tissue injuries. e.g. Crush or contusions in the fingers and hand.
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Arthritic issues in the thumb, hands and wrist.
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Post-surgical rehabilitation.
Treatment may involve...
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Education and advice on your diagnosis and options on how it can be managed.
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An exercise program that may involve movement based exercise, strengthening and stretching, coordination and agility exercises.
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Swelling and scar management techniques.
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Support and splint provision or casting.
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Pain relief treatments.
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Referral for imaging – an x-ray or Ultrasound scan.
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Referral to or discussion with a specialist about your injury and how they can help.
The Hand Therapists Christchurch
HOURS
Monday 9 am – 5pm.
Tuesday 930am – 3pm.
Wednesday 8am - 1pm.
Thursday 1pm - 5pm.
Friday 8am - 4pm.
(Reception staffed from 9am)