Private hand therapy service

About the service

St Thomas' private hand therapy service provides specialist hand therapy and physiotherapy care for patients with non-surgical or surgical conditions of the hand and forearm.

Patients receive a thorough assessment and treatment session tailored to the individual, to maximise recovery and functional return.

Working closely with hand specialist consultants your therapist will have a sound understanding of any surgical procedures performed and the plan for your rehabilitation.

• Conditions appropriate for hand therapy

  • chronic instabilities
  • hand fractures and soft tissue injuries
  • non-traumatic syndromes - such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, carpal tunnel and De Quervain's
  • tendon repair
  • work related upper limb disorders (RSI)
  • wrist injuries. 

• Treatments available

  • acupuncture
  • custom-made splint fabrication 
  • exercise and work rehabilitation
  • functional rehabilitation (including ergonomic assessment and modification)
  • joint mobilisation

  • soft tissue massage

  • ultrasound

  • wound care.

Contact the service

For further information or to arrange an appointment, please contact the private physiotherapy team:

Tel: 020 7188 5097
Fax: 0207 188 5096
Email: private.physiotherapy@gstt.nhs.uk