Clare works as a physiotherapist and hand therapist and treats upper extremity injuries including the neck, shoulder, arm and hand. Conditions treated include repetitive strain, acute trauma and acquired conditions such as osteoarthritis. Her hand therapy skills include custom splinting, wound care, scar management, burn care and early management of hand trauma. She also uses functional dry needling in her practice. Clare has a keen interest in the treatment of musician’s injuries and athletes.
Other professional commitments include teaching hand therapy for the UBC Physiotherapy Master’s Program and clinical lecturer for the BCIT Prosthetist/Orthotist Diploma Program. Clare is a past Vice-President for the Canadian Society of Hand Therapists (CSHT). She is currently the CSHT-BC Regional Rep and the hand therapy liaison for the BC Hand Society.
Clare graduated in 1992 with a grad Honours degree in Physiotherapy at the University of East London. Her career in hand therapy started in 1994 and she completed her Certified Hand Therapist designation in 1998.
Clare loves to be active with running, swimming, biking, skiing and hiking. Clare’s talents include playing the violin. You can see her regularly perform on stage with the Richmond Orchestra & Choral Association.
This is an extended, one-hour long initial assessment for the hand & upper limb. This is typically used in post-operative cases, or if the situation is complex. If you aren’t sure if this applies to…
$22060 min
Hand & Upper Limb Assessment
This standard 45 minute assessment is appropriate for most hand and upper extremity conditions. If you are post-operative or have multiple concerns please book an extended 60 minute assessment.
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$16545 min
Hand & Upper Limb Therapy - Assessment
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Splinting - Custom Rigid Thermoplastic
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Your splint price will depend on both the size and complexity of the splint, which we will assess during this session. The final price will be a combination of the therapist's time spent…
