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Description
At Tāmaki Hands we assess and manage a wide range of hand, wrist and elbow injuries and conditions for both adults and children. This includes most kinds of hand or arm problems, as well as injuries caused at work, sports or home. Some examples are:
- broken bones
- dislocations
- crush injuries
- cuts & amputations
- strains & sprains
- tendon & nerve injuries
- burns
- arthritis
- Carpel Tunnel Syndrome
- after operation care
- RSI / OOS
- complex regional pain syndrome
On your first visit we will fully assess your arm and advise and explain how we can help you get the best outcome. Your treatment can include:
- explaining your injury or condition
- treating your wound and scar
- making you a custom-made splint or fitting a brace
- planning an individual exercise program for you
- using the latest software to help you manage your rehab
- discussing preventative management
- providing ergonomic advice
- sending you for an x-ray or ultrasound
- referring you to a hand surgeon
Staff
Martine: Martine manages our bookings, enquiries, phone calls, paperwork and the countless other tasks to keep our office running smoothly. Read more about Martine here.
Physiotherapists
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Helen Chan
Associate Hand Therapist
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Stephanie Clarke
Registered Hand Therapist
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Elaine Duguid
Director, Registered Hand Therapist
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Nicola Nitzsche
Associate Hand Therapist
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Gregory Usherwood
Registered Hand Therapist
Ages
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi, Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Contact us
Phone 09 950 4849 or 0800 950 485 or fill out the online form.
Referral
Same-day appointments can be available.
Referrers: patients can be referred through your practice management system such as Healthlink or S&R (Specialists & Referrals), online through our website or facebook, phone, email, fax or hand-delivered by the patient. Click here for referral form and to order referral pads.
Patients: self-referrals are also welcome, however new injuries that are bleeding and/or misshapen should be seen at an urgent care or emergency department first.
Make an appointment
To make an appointment booking, visit our online booking page.
Appointments are usually 30 minutes long.
Fees and Charges Description
Click here to see our fees and charges.
ACC: There is no surcharge for current ACC approved claims, including most splints and braces. There will be a charge for items not covered by ACC, for example if you need compression tape or gloves or scar management products.
EFTPOS and credit card payments available.
Southern Cross easy claim is available for members.
Hours
Mon | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Tue | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
Wed | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
Thu | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
Fri | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
Closed weekends & public holidays.
Public Holidays: Closed Auckland Anniversary (27 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (2 Jun), Matariki (20 Jun), Labour Day (27 Oct).
Christmas: Open 23 Dec — 24 Dec. Closed 25 Dec — 26 Dec. Open 27 Dec. Closed 28 Dec — 29 Dec. Open 30 Dec — 31 Dec. Closed 1 Jan — 2 Jan. Open 3 Jan. Closed 4 Jan — 5 Jan. Open 6 Jan — 10 Jan.
Languages Spoken
Cantonese Chinese
Services Provided
Pain, Older adult, Paediatric (Children), Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Sports, Occupational health, Hand therapy
Pain, Older adult, Paediatric (Children), Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal, Neurological, Sports, Occupational health, Hand therapy
- Pain
- Older adult
- Paediatric (Children)
- Rehabilitation
- Musculoskeletal
- Neurological
- Sports
- Occupational health
- Hand therapy
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access, NZ sign language interpreter, Quiet, low sensory environment, A longer appointment time, Support to make decisions, Assistance to move around, More space to move around
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi, Phone, Online / virtual / app, Speak with women / wahine, Speak with men / tane, Child / Tamariki friendly, LGBTQIA+ friendly
Online Booking URL
Public Transport
Train: The Eastern Line runs to Sylvia Park.
Bus: Bus stops are located within the grounds of Sylvia Park on the internal ring road under the flyover, closest to Mt Wellington Highway.
Parking
Tāmaki Hands is in the Sylvia Park Medical Centre Level-1 (lift available)
Car: Car parks are available at the medical centre, or park opposite the ANZ black & white building in Car Park 8A.
Bike: Bike racks are located near most entrances around the outside of the centre.
Taxi: You can choose your drop off and pick up point.
Website
Contact Details
3 Te Kehu Way, Mount Wellington, Auckland
Central Auckland
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Phone
(09) 950 4849 or Freephone 0800 950 485
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Fax
(09) 950 6818
Email
Website
Contact us online here
Facebook: TamakiHands
Sylvia Park, Medical Centre Level 1
3 Te Kehu Way
Sylvia Park
Auckland 1060
Street Address
Sylvia Park, Medical Centre Level 1
3 Te Kehu Way
Sylvia Park
Auckland 1060
Postal Address
Tāmaki Hands
PO Box 87026
Meadowbank 1742
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This page was last updated at 9:10PM on September 12, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Tāmaki Hands.