Upper limb specialist therapy
Our hand therapists are qualified physiotherapists or occupational therapists specialising in the upper limb.
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What is it for?
Physiotherapy treatments for upper limbs
Treatment overview
Any disease, deformity or injury that affects the hand can be cared for, treated and returned to an optimal level of recovery through expert handling and guidance through a number of different skills.
The qualified physiotherapist/occupational therapist can accurately assess, identify and treat problems affecting anywhere in the upper limbs from the shoulder through the upper arm and elbow, down to the forearm, wrist, hand and fingers.
You鈥檒l get personalised advice on how to deal with any challenges you might face, and what you can do to maximise your recovery or function.
This might include detailed advice on adaptations you can make to your normal activities or useful pieces of equipment to help you with day to day tasks.
Our hand therapists work closely alongside our expert surgeons, helping to plan and deliver post-operative care in order to enhance patient recovery, even from as soon as the day after your surgery.
What conditions are treated by upper limb specialist therapy?
- Finger deformities 鈥� Boutonniere, Swan neck, mallet finger
- Trigger finger
- Volar plate injury
- Finger, thumb & forearm ligament injuries
- Finger, thumb & forearm joint replacements
- Finger, thumb & forearm fractures/dislocations/fixations
- Carpal, metacarpal and phalanx bone injuries
- TFCC (triangular fibro-cartilage complex) tears
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Dequervain鈥檚 tenosynovitis
- Trapeziectomy
- Dupuytren鈥檚 contracture
- Tendon injuries/tendinopathies
- Skin grafts & scar hypersensitivity
- 鈥楻A鈥� hands (Rheumatoid arthritis) and 鈥極A鈥� hands (osteoarthritis)
- Hand/wrist pain or trauma
- Work-related upper limb disorders
- Peripheral nerve injuries鈥�
Why choose AOA体育平台
Excellence in one place
AOA体育平台, in collaboration with Northwestern Medicine, operate as teams of experts with world-class resources, dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of care. Supported by the latest treatments, expert guidance, and a comfortable recovery environment in our patient rooms, you'll have everything you need to regain your best health.
Personal care, every time
Exceptional patient care is a way of life for us. We鈥檒l be with you every step of the way, tailoring your care to your specific needs, including healthy and delicious meals designed to support your recovery. We keep our staff-to-patient ratio low, so our nurses, clinicians, therapists, and support teams can offer a personalised, quality experience.
Effortlessly simple
We work together as one to guide you through every step of your patient experience. From explaining your personal treatment plan to ensuring all details are taken care of, we make the process stress-free, so you can focus on your health. Whether it鈥檚 your first consultation or follow-up care, our teams are here to provide seamless support and the peace of mind you deserve.
What's included in your package?
Choosing AOA体育平台 means your treatment plan will be laid out for you, with all the details taken care of so you can focus on you.
Your treatment package will include:
- Enhanced pre-admission assessment
- Your treatment with our complete care team at your fingertips
- Personalised aftercare and follow-up
We want you to be in control of your health. That鈥檚 why we also offer optional services such as comprehensive recovery packages and extra touches for you to choose from during your stay with us. To help you manage the cost, we also offer a 0% finance option, allowing you to spread the payments for your treatment over 12 months with no added interest. Learn more about our .
How to pay
- You can use private medical insurance (PMI) to access this treatment. We work with all major PMI providers in the UK and many internationally
- You can pay for yourself (self-pay)
- If you鈥檙e paying for yourself, we have 0% finance options available with Chrysalis. Find out more .