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Anti Swan Splint for Mallet Finger

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Caroline Springs Clinic Tour

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Extensor Digitorum Strapping Technique

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CMC Joint Thumb Sports Taping

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Ulnar sided wrist pain taping technique for sports

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Making a neoprene sleeve

Cyrus Leung, Occupational Therapist and Practitioner in Hand Therapy creates a neoprene sleeve. This type of brace provides compression for swelling and rigidity to help with regaining finger extension.
Neoprene finger sleeves are custom made to fit your finger and these are ideal for people who need to make a strong fist at work as these sleeves allow full function. It also provides a gentle compression which helps with pain and swelling of the finger.
Melbourne Hand Rehab provides expert advice, manufacture and fitting of hand braces and splints. Our splinting expertise is one of the major factors that sets us apart.
Hand therapists use splints and braces to support an injured area after a...

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Exercise Splint for Rock Climbers

Просмотров 903 месяца назад

Chloe Uhrmacher, Physiotherapist and Practitioner in Hand Therapy creates a simple exercise splint for rock climbers with PIPJ Synovitis (swollen knuckles). When an injury happens it is important to make sure you receive the right treatment. We understand that you want to return to your sport or activity as soon as possible. So we find you the right balance between allowing your injury to heal,...

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Anti Swan Splint for Mallet Finger

Просмотров 813 месяца назад

Mallet finger is an injury to the tendon that straightens the end joint of the finger or thumb. As a result of the injury, the person affected is unable to actively straighten their finger/thumb at the end joint. Treatment for Mallet Finger usually involves: A custom thermoplastic splint that will hold your finger in the correct position for healing Education about your injury and how best to m...

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Caroline Springs Clinic Tour

Просмотров 795 месяцев назад

We are excited to announce the opening of our Caroline Springs clinic at 53 Eucumbene Drive Ravenhall Victoria. Our qualified and highly experienced physiotherapists and occupational therapists at Melbourne Hand Rehab, Caroline Springs clinic are wrist and hand rehabilitation specialists. Our new Caroline Springs clinic features: - State of the art treatment rooms - On site client parking, free...

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Extensor Digitorum Strapping Technique

Просмотров 2306 месяцев назад

In this video, Melbourne Hand Rehab Senior Physiotherapist Paul Fitz-Patrick demonstrates Extensor Digitorum Strapping. This technique is a nice way to wean out of a wrist brace for extensor tendinopathy. Tendinopathy (previously called tendonitis) is a term used to describe pain, swelling and damage to any tendon in the body. Tendinopathy can be caused by injury, overuse of the tendon, or wear...

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CMC Joint Thumb Sports Taping

Просмотров 3,5 тыс.6 месяцев назад

The clever design of your thumb allows for great mobility, but it also makes it prone to injuries, especially when playing sports like ball games. Using thumb strapping can prevent these injuries and provide relief from pain. This taping will allow you to perform thumb flexion, for actions such as handballing in an AFL game, whilst also providing support to prevent thumb hyperextension. Sports ...

Ulnar sided wrist pain taping technique for sports

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Ulnar sided wrist pain taping technique for sports

Просмотров 1,5 тыс.7 месяцев назад

Hand and wrist injuries are particularly common in sports. Most sports injuries are caused by either a direct trauma to the hand or wrist such as: - a strain - dislocation - ligament tear or fracture - from a chronic injury or overuse Ulnar-sided wrist pain is common among athletes who subject their wrists to forceful rotational movements (eg golf, football, tennis, hockey and rock climbing too...

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Therapy Putty Hand Strength Exercises

Просмотров 4737 месяцев назад

Therapy putty provides dynamic and customisable resistance for hand exercises, catering to individuals recovering from injuries, surgeries, or conditions affecting hand strength and dexterity. Therapy putty is a silicone product that comes in a small plastic container and will be recommended for you to assist with rehabilitation of your thumb, fingers and/or wrist. Therapy putty once moulded wi...

De Quervain's Tenosynovitis Taping Technique

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De Quervain's Tenosynovitis Taping Technique

Просмотров 55 тыс.11 месяцев назад

De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a painful condition which affects two tendons on the thumb side of the wrist. Inflammation of the tendons and tenosynovium is known as tenosynovitis. In De Quervain’s, the inflammation affects the movement of the thumb. De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is usually caused from overuse or poor hand and wrist posture. Repetitive thumb motions such as pinching, squeezing or...

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Adaptive Equipment - Kettle Tipper

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At Melbourne Hand Rehab, we offer a wide array of hand therapy and hand rehabilitation services. From therapeutic interventions and post-operative rehabilitation, through to pain management programs and work site assessments, our comprehensive range of services is designed to help you get back to doing your day-to-day activities as soon as possible. Adaptive devices can be helpful for people di...

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What is dry needling?

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Dry needling has can be an effective treatment technique for various musculoskeletal (muscle and joint) conditions. Dry needling may be used as part of your hand therapy treatment for: trigger finger, De Quervain’s tenosynovitis, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, sports injuries and musician’s injuries. Dry needling can be an effective treatment when used in a larger, multi-modal approach. ...

Making a Splint for De Quervain's Tenosynovitis

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Making a Splint for De Quervain's Tenosynovitis

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De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis is a painful condition which affects two tendons on the thumb side of the wrist. Inflammation of the tendons and tenosynovium is known as tenosynovitis. In De Quervain’s, the inflammation affects the movement of the thumb. In our video, team member Zoe is being fitted with a custom split by hand therapist Chloe as part of her treatment for De Quervain's. This splint ...

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Scar management after a hand injury

Просмотров 654Год назад

Scars are part of the body’s natural healing response following a wound created either by an injury or surgical procedure. Sometimes the body can produce an excessive amount of the scar tissue which can affect function, as movement of your hand and fingers can be affected. Excessive scar tissue can also result in a scar that is very firm and raised. Although a wound can take a few weeks to a fe...

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How to manage thumb pain at home

Просмотров 239Год назад

Do you get pain at the base of your thumb? Watch our video to learn tips to manage your pain at home. Note: the goal is to achieve a gentle stretch, not pain. Speak to your hand therapist or health professional if pain persists or you experience increased pain. Osteoarthritis of the base of the thumb is the most common site for arthritis in the hand. If you suffer from Osteoarthritis regular ma...

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Hand Therapy After Your Operation

Просмотров 1,6 тыс.Год назад

Hand therapy is a key part of your recovery following hand surgery. The team at Melbourne Hand Rehab are physiotherapists and occupational therapists with special training to provide expert rehabilitation of the upper limb. Following surgery, your therapist will monitor your progress and guide you through an individualised rehabilitation program. Injuries requiring hand therapy include: finger,...