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Occupational and Physiotherapist specialising in the treatment of hand and upper extremity injuries and conditions.

What is hand therapy?

It is specialized care by an occupational therapist who has undertaken specific training and practice in the treatment of the hand and upper limb.  This allows them to assess, manage and treat disorders specific to these areas including but not limited to:

  • Arthritis

  • Sporting injuries

  • Fractures, joint injuries and dislocations

  • Tennis elbow/tendinopathy  and other soft tissue/overuse injuries

  • Nerve compression such as carpel tunnel syndrome

  • De Quervains' tenosynovitis

  • Management of wounds, scars, burns and skin grafts/flaps

  • Congenital hand conditions

  • Handwriting difficulties (non-congenital)

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How can a hand therapist help?​

A hand therapist can provide treatment and management using physical methods such as exercise for strength and movement, splinting and wound care.

These include:

  • Fabrication of an orthotic appliance (splint)

  • Prescribe exercises for strength and 

  • Rehabilitation

  • Post surgical management

  • Pain management

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Hand therapy is vital in recovering from hand and wrist injuries and rehabilitation from hand surgery. 

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GET TO KNOW US

Meet Our Therapists

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GRAHAM PEMBERTON

Physiotherapist
Accredited Hand Therapist

Graham qualified in 2004 and has many years of experience as a Physiotherapist, working in Australia, New Zealand, and the UK in both public health and private practice. He has a special interest in tendon injuries of the upper limb.

 

Graham has specialised in treatment of the upper limb since 2018, and over this time he has completed the Australian hand therapy association accreditation process, to become a fully accredited hand therapist. Graham is also a member of the Australian Physiotherapy Association.

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Graham’s therapeutic approach involves helping clients to understand their injury and treatment options.  Graham listens to his clients’ concerns, identifies their goals, and help them achieve these goals. This is a philosophy Graham has maintained throughout his physiotherapy career.

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YASER YOUSRY 

Occupational Therapist
Practitioner in Hand Therapy

Yaser graduated with a Bachelor of Occupational Therapy from Monash University in 2015. Having previously worked in aged care and occupational rehabilitation, Yaser's core passion has been in Hand Therapy, with first hand experience as a patient in his teenage years. Since his recovery, Yaser has adopted an empathetic and educational approach to empower his patients to achieve their rehab goals and return to independence with their activities of daily living. 

 

Yaser is an associate member of the Australian Hand Therapy Association, and has worked in the public and private sector, treating a range of patients with work, sport and trauma related injuries. 

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CLARE O'SULLIVAN

Occupational Therapist
Practitioner in Hand Therapy

My name is Clare, and I’m from Ireland. I studied occupational therapy in Cork and graduated in 2018. I was always interested in working in healthcare, and I became interested in working in hand therapy during a student placement. After completing my acute hospital rotations I started working in hand therapy in the UK. I have always wanted to live in Australia and I moved to Melbourne in April of 2022. I am very excited to be able to continue working in hand therapy and seeing all that Australia has to offer.

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I have a variety of hobbies including art, music and running. One of my favourite parts of hand therapy is supporting patients to recover function, and get back to their own hobbies and activities.

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COVID-19 AND BAY HAND THERAPY

In line with government guidelines, Bay Hand Therapy has continued with patient treatment. Masks must be worn in the clinic, and physical distancing enforced where possible.

https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/coronavirus-sector-guidance-health-care-and-social-assistance

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We are open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday by appointment. 

We can also offer consultations via telehealth.

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OUR PRACTICE

Get to Know Us 

Our Occupational Clinic is made up of highly skilled professionals who passionately value your health and well-being. We take great pride in providing our patients with high-quality care and education.

 

Proactive and preventative measures help keep our community healthier and pain-free, and we work with determination towards that.

 

Bay Hand Therapy, as part of Re-Wired Hand Therapy, can provide the services and support you need when you are in pain or when injury strikes.​

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        Call us to schedule an appointment.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

DO I NEED A REFERRAL?

No, only for consultations and treatment paid by a third party e.g. Work Cover, TAC.

WHAT TYPES OF REBATES DO YOU OFFER?

Patients may receive a rebate from their health fund if covered by extras covering Occupational Therapy.
Treatment may also be eligible under Medicare, Work Cover or TAC but this must be approved by your doctor.

I JUST NEED A SPLINT, DO I NEED AN APPOINTMENT?

Yes.  Bay Hand Therapy stock many types of splints as well as custom made moulded plastic splints.  It is important that you are assessed correctly to ensure you receive the best care and education about your condition.  Splints are an additional cost to your consultation and vary in costs depending on size and type.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING TO MY APPOINTMENT?

Xrays, scans and reports relevant to your appointment.
Work Cover/TAC approval letter and claim number information.

CONTACT US

Please telephone us directly to schedule all appointments. 

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3A Keys Street

Beaumaris 3193

Australia

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YES!  We are open.

We are open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

By appointment only.

We ask that you give us 24 hours notice of cancellation for any appointments to avoid a late cancellation fee.

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