About Orange Hand Therapy
Orange Hand Therapy was established in 2006. The practice is co-located with an upper limb surgeon Dr Sam Kwa. We also have a second upper limb surgeon Dr Alex Tiedgen visit the rooms weekly.
This model of care where the treating surgeon and therapist are co-located is very beneficial for patients undergoing hand surgery and therapy. The patient’s team can communicate frequently, and everyone is working toward the same goal to restore or improve upper limb function.
Orange Hand Therapy accepts patients referred by other Specialists, G.P’s and patients who self refer. We are able to treat patients with acute needs (fractures, tendon and ligament injury), chronic and non-surgical needs. We accept CTP, WorkCover, private and Chronic Condition Management Plan (GP CCMP) patients.
Meet Jacki Shannon
Jacki Shannon is the sole and Principal therapist. Jacki holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy, and is recognised as an Accredited Hand Therapist by the Australian Hand Therapy Association and the American Hand Therapy Association. She has expanded her expertise by earning a Post Graduate Certificate in Pilates. Jacki is dedicated to her field of study and her passion lies in ensuring her clients receive the utmost quality service in a timely manner.
Hand Therapists undergo ongoing training and study to maintain skills in best practice and improve proficiency in assessment, treatment and management of fingers, hands, wrists, and elbows. Since the establishment of Orange Hand Therapy in 2006, Jacki has continued to provide the highest quality treatment and strives to ensure the best outcomes for your injury or condition.
The therapy is tailored to be a personalised treatment plan for you, to help you recover from any finger, hand, wrist or elbow injury.
