Hand therapy is a specialised area of physiotherapy that helps restore movement, strength, and function in the hands. Identifying the underlying cause is the first step towards effective treatment and long-term recovery.
Hand and wrist problems can have a number of possible causes, including:
Hand and Wrist Injuries
Repetitive Movements and Overuse
Arthritis and Joint Changes
Recovery After Fractures Or Surgery
Tendon Or Ligament Injuries
Nerve Compression
Sports Or Workplace Injuries
Weakness and Reduced Grip Strength
Hand therapy supports a wide range of conditions affecting the hands, wrists, fingers, and thumbs. Our physiotherapists assess your symptoms carefully to develop a personalised rehabilitation programme that helps restore comfort, strength, and everyday function.
Conditions we assess and treat include
Hand and wrist painTendon and ligament injuriesArthritis affecting the hands or wristsCarpal tunnel syndromeDe Quervain's tenosynovitisTrigger fingerThumb pain and instabilityRecovery after fractures or surgeryRepetitive strain injuries (RSI)Reduced grip strength and hand functionMost hand and wrist conditions improve with hand therapy and a structured rehabilitation programme. If your symptoms persist or your recovery is slower than expected, your clinician may discuss additional treatment options where clinically appropriate.
These may include:
Healthy hand function is essential for almost everything you do. Hand therapy focuses on identifying the cause of your symptoms while improving strength, movement, coordination, and confidence, helping you return to everyday activities with greater ease.
Benefits of hand therapy
Your recovery starts with understanding what's affecting your hand or wrist. From your first appointment, we'll assess your symptoms and develop a personalised treatment plan designed around your lifestyle, goals, and everyday needs.
A detailed assessment to identify the cause of your symptoms and evaluate hand and wrist function.
A treatment plan tailored to your condition, lifestyle, and recovery goals.
Guided exercises and hands-on treatment to improve strength, movement, and hand function.
Practical advice and ongoing support to help maintain progress and reduce the risk of future problems.
Don't ignore ongoing hand or wrist problems. Early assessment can help restore function, improve comfort, and prevent symptoms from affecting your daily routine.
Book an appointment if:
Symptoms have lasted more than a few days
Gripping or lifting everyday objects is difficult
Writing or typing causes discomfort
Fingers or your wrist feel stiff
You experience tingling or numbness
You're recovering after surgery or a fracture
Work or repetitive tasks make symptoms worse
Hand problems are affecting everyday activities
Our experienced physiotherapists at Manor Clinic in Sevenoaks assess and treat a wide range of hand and wrist conditions, including tendon injuries, arthritis, repetitive strain injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, and nerve-related conditions.
We'll match you with the physiotherapist best suited to your condition, helping you regain confidence in your hand function.
Are you unsure if physiotherapy is right for you? Would you prefer to talk with a physio before making a decision? All you have to do is click the link below to fill out a simple form.
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