Cathy Thomas Occupational Therapy - Specialised Hand Therapy Services is a group of Occupational Therapists with Cathy Thomas as Director who have expertise in the treatment and rehabilitation of the hand and upper limb.

Cathy Thomas has over 26 years experience as an Occupational Therapist in the field of Hand Therapy. Cathy is a Full Member of the Australian Hand Therapy Association and has a Post Graduate Diploma in Hand and Upper Limb Rehabilitation.

Hand Therapy is also known as rehabilitation of the upper limb. Our goal is to promote recovery, maximise gains and meet specific goals following injury such as returning to function, sport and work related tasks using your hand.

Non surgical treatment may include splinting or casting, exercises, strengthening and other therapy techniques. We also treat patients following their surgery and liaise closely with referring surgeons as to the treatment required.

Common conditions include:

♦ Fractures/Dislocations
♦ Tendon, Nerve and Ligament injuries
♦ Soft tissues injuries
♦ Arthritis
♦ Pain
♦ Overuse conditions