Hand Therapy Experts is a hand therapy clinic providing evidence-based hand fracture treatment to patients on Sydney’s North Shore and across the Northern Beaches. We assess and develop a tailored treatment program aimed at a smooth and speedy recovery through non-surgical techniques.
Accredited Hand Therapist Chen Li has over ten years of experience treating all broken hand injuries to restore grip, flexibility, and full function.
Whether you’ve broken a finger, thumb, or metacarpal, our non-invasive hand fracture solutions aim to reduce pain and support healing so you can regain normal use.
There are 27 bones in the hand, including carpal bones, metacarpal bones and phalangeal bones of the fingers.
A hand fracture is a break in one or more of the hand bones. Breaks that do not involve the joint surface may be managed conservatively, whereas others that do may require surgery.
Seeking early treatment improves your healing outcome and reduces the risk of complications after surgery (if surgery is required).
Hand fractures are one of the most common injuries treated by hand therapists. While anyone is susceptible to one, some people are at higher risk due to their activities.
Not all broken hand injuries are immediately obvious and can be deceptively subtle. Symptoms range from instant pain and visible deformities to subtle aching that mimics a bad sprain.
If you have a fracture in your hand that may not need surgery, we recommend booking an appointment with us as soon as possible. Not all fractures will need a trip to the emergency department, but earlier assessment gives your injury the best chance of a smooth recovery.
For closed and undisplaced hand fractures, we offer same-day bookings and conservative treatment at our North Shore and Northern Beaches clinics.
Not only will earlier diagnosis and treatment help avoid having the bone heal in the wrong position, but help reduce chronic stiffness. We can assess whether you need to see a surgeon if required.
If you are experiencing any of the following, we recommend going directly to your nearest emergency department:
Hand fractures are complex injuries involving a network of bones, nerves, and blood vessels that can be easily injured. Should you suspect you have broken your hand, we recommend being seen sooner rather than later.
The sooner a fracture is assessed, the earlier we can provide the appropriate diagnosis, treatment and guidance to reduce the risk of any long-term complications.
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If you are experiencing symptoms such as an open wound or visible deformity, please go directly to your nearest emergency department.
Broken hand bones vary widely in type, location and severity. Below are the most common types we treat at Hand Therapy Experts. We also treat a full range of hand, finger and wrist injuries across all activity levels.
Hand Therapy Experts provide a wide range of conservative and non-surgical treatment options for adults and children. We also offer post-surgical therapy for patients who have undergone hand surgery.
Hand surgeon review is recommended if the fracture is unstable, a large fragment or within the joint (intra-articular). You will also need a referral if the fracture involves a tendon injury that requires intervention. Working closely with hand surgeons, we can liaise your case with one of them to determine whether this is required.
| Fracture Type | Typical Recovery (Conservative) |
|---|---|
| Boxer’s Fracture | 4–12 weeks |
| Metacarpal Fracture | 4–12 weeks |
| Phalangeal Fracture | 4–12 weeks |
| Thumb Fracture | 4–12 weeks |
| Mallet Fracture | 6–12 weeks |
| Scaphoid Fracture | 6–12 weeks |
Please note: These timeframes are estimates only. Actual recovery will vary depending on the severity and location of your fracture, your age, activity level and how early treatment begins. Recovery following surgery will vary depending on the procedure. Your hand surgeon will guide you on expected timeframes.
Chen Li is an Accredited Hand Therapist (AHTA) and Certified Hand Therapist (USA) based on Sydney’s North Shore and Northern Beaches, with over a decade of experience treating broken hands. Chen provides evidence-based and holistic hand fracture treatment – restoring strength, movement and full function.
Accredited Hand Therapist (AHTA)
Australian accreditation
Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)
USA certification
Bachelor of Applied Science (Physiotherapy)
NSW Hand Surgery Association
Associate Member
Multilingual Consultations
English, Mandarin & Shanghainese
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