Occupational Therapist Hurlingham

Occupational Therapist Hurlingham

Occupational Therapist Hurlingham for hand and upper extremity conditions. Robyn Midgley leads the practice with passion and expertise. She also leads hand therapy education and creates treatment plans for each patient.

About

Robyn earned her BSc (Hons) in Occupational Therapy from the University of the Witwatersrand. She also holds British and European certifications. In addition, she built eight years of experience at Guy’s & St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. During this time, she treated traumatic and elective hand injuries and pioneered the extended Scope Practitioners (ESP) role.

As an extended Scope Practitioner, Robyn can complete advanced clinical assessments, order specialist investigations, and start treatment quickly. She also works with other professionals to provide a complete and tailored approach. Dr Chetan Patel and Robyn Midgley founded Hand Consult SA in September 2017. Together, they aim to provide high standards of care while giving every patient hope and confidence.

Services

An occupational therapist in Hurlingham can help with many hand and upper extremity conditions. Hand Consult SA treats brachial plexus and peripheral nerve injuries, as well as obstetric brachial plexus palsy in newborns and infants. The practice also manages nerve injuries caused by trauma and provides treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome.

In addition, the team treats cubital and radial tunnel syndromes. Care also includes hand burns, reconstruction and rehabilitation, pressure garments, and scar management. The practice also treats Dupuytren’s Disease, Trigger Finger, Ganglions, Tennis Elbow, and De Quervain’s Syndrome.

Occupational Therapist Hurlingham Care

Hand Consult SA also treats juvenile, rheumatoid, and osteoarthritis. The team manages hand trauma and sports injuries, including bony wrist, hand, and elbow injuries, tendon, nerve, and vessel injuries, and complex hand defects. Furthermore, the practice performs microsurgical reconstruction and replantation of amputated parts. Fractures, dislocations, and ligament tears also receive expert care.

Treatment Techniques

Treatment may include activity adaptation to improve daily performance and help prevent injury. Biometrics E Link uses Surface EMG for biofeedback and motor control. The Casting Motion to Mobilise Stiffness (CMMS) Technique helps restore joint movement. Graded Motor Imagery uses step-by-step brain exercises to reduce pain.

The team also uses heat and cold therapy to ease pain and stiffness. Joint protection and Kinesio Taping support joint stability and natural movement. Muscle strengthening, splinting, and therapeutic exercise help build strength and restore function. Ultrasound, ergonomic advice, and wound and scar management also support recovery.

Additional Information

Hand Consult SA offers a calm, sophisticated environment that supports healing and confidence. The practice uses state-of-the-art equipment and digital monitoring systems during treatment. The team focuses on quick diagnosis and early intervention to help prevent delays. Emergency consultations are also available when needed.

In addition, the team works to provide cost-effective and time-efficient care. They regularly update their techniques through the latest research and clinical experience. Visit Hand Consult SA for expert care that combines modern treatment with a caring approach. Schedule an appointment and take the first step towards restored function and an improved quality of life.