The Hands of Mothers offers Specialised Occupational Therapy Services for Pregnancy and Parenting.
Hand, Wrist, and Upper Limb Therapy
We offer hand and upper limb assessments and interventions including exercise programs and custom splinting when required. Mothers (and child care workers) are prone to hand and upper limb pain, conditions and injuries and we provide a hand therapy service that is suited to the needs of mothers. We take a holistic approach and will not only treat a condition, but work to also evaluate the specific causes and help to prevent from further injury.
Ergonomic Assessments
We provide advice and education about baby care, equipment use, home set-up and injury prevention. Ergonomic assessments are usually completed on worksites however ‘Motherhood’ is a job too!!. You have a unique ‘workplace’ and we want to ensure you have the best set-up for you and your needs in your home.
Pregnancy Massage (Currently not on offer)
If you are able to be seen in-person, Pregnancy Massage may be a service for you. Pregnancy massage is a massage therapy that is designed to have appropriate techniques and applications for each trimester. Pregnancy can bring some aches and pains (such as hip or lower back pain) and can sometimes require a unique style of massage to suit the specific needs of the mother to be. Pregnancy massage will most likely be offered as a service alongside other treatment techniques such as postural corrections, revision of any environmental causes, or hand therapy for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
Other Occupational Therapy Services
We offer other services to assist pregnant women, parents, and child-care workers to prevent injuries, recover from injuries, adjust to the childcaring role, and thrive in their stage of life. Services could include:
* Activity Assessment and Modification
* Energy conservation & relaxation
* Healthy Habit and Routine training
* Posture, Alignment, & basic Pelvic Floor
* Breastfeeding Support
* Worksite assessments
Feel free to email or call to discuss if this service is right for you!!
Workshops and Presentations
We are able to provide short presentations to local or online mothers groups on various topics. We can also arrange short workshops for a place of work (POA).
Where Will You Be Seen?
We can offer Clinic Appointments, Home Visits and Online Consultations.
CLINIC APPOINTMENTS
We offer face-to-face appointments in a clinical room setting in Gympie via Cooloola Hand Therapy.
HOME VISITS
Home visits are a great option for many mothers. The Occupational Therapist will come to your home. We offer home visit appointments in the Gympie Region and occasionally beyond.
ONLINE CONSULTATIONS
Online Consultations are available for clients across Australia. We are proud to provide some services online and cater for the needs of mothers. It is a great option if you wish to or need to stay home or if you live far away from the clinic. It is also a great option if you need to see someone while travelling. We offer online appointments most days of the week and some after-hours options are available. For more information click here.