Mrs Catherine Manley is a Hand Therapist at North Downs Hospital in Caterham, Surrey
Mrs Catherine Manley has specialised in hand therapy since 2000 and is an Accredited Hand Therapist (BAHT).
Catherine provides a one-stop-shop clinic at North Downs Hospital, which enables the patient to receive a comprehensive hand therapy service, including;
Post operative wound care/dressing changes and suture removal
Fabrication of custom thermoplastic or neoprene splints
Prescription of range of movement and strengthening exercises
Assessment for, and provision of, pressure garments for oedema and scar management
Assessment and advice for the non surgical management of conditions affecting the hand
Conditions commonly treated include;
Carpal tunnel syndrome, Trigger finger, De-Quervain's tenosynovitis, Dupuytren's contracture (following surgery), Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Fractures, Tendon injuries, Sports injuries.
Catherine works closely with hand surgeons and will always refer patients to surgical colleagues if required.
She is highly experienced with considerable skills in the assessment and provision of hand rehabilitation for patients with musculoskeletal, neurological and rheumatological conditions. Her calm and relaxed approach puts patients at ease, while ensuring a high standard of clinical care is always provided.
She enjoys working with patients to facilitate return to their usual occupations, for example offering ergonomic advice and return to work planning.
British Association of Occupational Therapists
Royal College of Occupational Therapists
British Association of Hand Therapists
BSc (hons) Occupational Therapy Accredited Hand Therapist (British Association of Hand Therapists)
Mrs Catherine Manley has specialised in hand therapy since 2000 and is an Accredited Hand Therapist (BAHT).
Catherine provides a one-stop-shop clinic at North Downs Hospital, which enables the patient to receive a comprehensive hand therapy service, including;
Post operative wound care/dressing changes and suture removal
Fabrication of custom thermoplastic or neoprene splints
Prescription of range of movement and strengthening exercises
Assessment for, and provision of, pressure garments for oedema and scar management
Assessment and advice for the non surgical management of conditions affecting the hand
Conditions commonly treated include;
Carpal tunnel syndrome, Trigger finger, De-Quervain's tenosynovitis, Dupuytren's contracture (following surgery), Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Fractures, Tendon injuries, Sports injuries.
Catherine works closely with hand surgeons and will always refer patients to surgical colleagues if required.
She is highly experienced with considerable skills in the assessment and provision of hand rehabilitation for patients with musculoskeletal, neurological and rheumatological conditions. Her calm and relaxed approach puts patients at ease, while ensuring a high standard of clinical care is always provided.
She enjoys working with patients to facilitate return to their usual occupations, for example offering ergonomic advice and return to work planning.
British Association of Occupational Therapists
Royal College of Occupational Therapists
British Association of Hand Therapists
BSc (hons) Occupational Therapy Accredited Hand Therapist (British Association of Hand Therapists)