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Restore Hand Therapy

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Hand therapy clinic to treat injuries, pain, trauma, tendonitis, fractures and scars in the arms and hands - offered by Occupational Therapists

Jen Kaess grew up and Ballarat and after studying in Melbourne and gaining experience and expertise at multiple other centres both in Metro Melbourne, regionally and internationally before setting up in private practice in Ballarat. After working in a local clinic for many years, she decided that it was time to venture out on her own, to offer unique and compassionate Hand Therapy services to the people of Ballarat and surrounds. With a clear goal of offering exceptional customer service, excellent and evidenced based therapeutic intervention in a welcoming and supportive environment the location of Restore Allied Health was selected and she has worked very hard to ensure the team are exceeding this goal. We are so lucky that Rachael Leigh joined the team to be our Office Manager to keep the whole place running smoothly. Restore Hand therapy is offered by Jen Kaess as the principal Occupational therapist. Karen Goodwin and Emma Allan also provide exceptional Hand Therapy services at Restore Hand Therapy. Jen is also an Accredited Hand therapist as awarded by the AHTA, and has achieved the internationally recognised Certified Hand Therapist status. The therapists are experienced in Acute and long term hand and upper limb splinting. Jen is also experienced in Dry Needling. Restore Hand therapy offers a sports clinic on Monday afternoons to see people who have sustained finger, hand, wrist and elbow injuries at sport over the weekend. We endeavor to support our patients to continue to play sport safely with appropriate bracing, taping and education if at all possible, while they recover. Karen Goodwin is a kind and experienced OT with with many years of experience in pain management, arthritis and other degenerative condition care and her practical and caring intervention. Emma Allan has recently joined and has a passion for Hand therapy for almost a decade now. She is loving the teams experience and comes with a creative, driven and dynamic style to work with patients to get their best outcomes. Both Emma and Karen are participating in formal hand therapy extended education and get frequent mentorship from Jen and each other, so you will always get the benefit of all of the teams experience. Degenerative, overuse, trauma, surgical, arthritic and pain conditions of the hand and arm are expertly assessed and managed with care, compassion and skill, to maximise function and minimise pain and scaring in a timely and supportive way, to help our patients reach their goals and continue to function as quickly as possible. We primarily use Woodcast for splinting. Woodcast is a biodegradable and sustainable splinting material with all the properties of the thermoplastics we have used for decades but will become compost within a couple years if left in the garden.

30/10/2026

H A P P Y H A L L O W E E N !

👉 How do you make a skeleton laugh? Tickle his funny bone!

😂🧟👣🖐💀😂

Have a spooktacular day 👻🖐🧛🧟‍♀️

28/10/2026

If you need to make an appointment please book online or phone the clinic and leave a message and we will get back to you.

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25/10/2026

Happy National OT Week!

At Restore Hand Therapy we have 2 OT's, Jen and Emma, with specialist training in Hand Therapy.

This year’s theme, Participation Matters. Puts a spotlight on one of the foundations of occupational therapy – the understanding that being able to participate in life is fundamental to our health, wellbeing and sense of belonging.

So lets take the chance to appreciate the work all OT's do and to help spread awareness around the value of Occupational Therapy within the health profession 🤗

22/10/2026

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms book an appointment to see one of our compassionate hand therapists today.

www.restorehands.com.au

19/10/2026

Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis) is a condition that results in deterioration of the tendon fibres that attach to the bone at the outside of the elbow. Tendons do not stretch easily and are susceptible to degeneration under repeated or traumatic stress. Playing racquet sports is only one cause of Tennis Elbow.

Lateral Epicondylitis is most common in people aged 30 – 50. The most common causes are chronic or repeated stress to the forearm muscles or direct trauma (hit to the elbow) and sometimes there is no clear cause.

People can experience severe burning pain or tenderness at the outside of the elbow/forearm. Pain that increases with movement, prolonged rest or when pressure is applied to the elbow.

If you are experiencing any of these symptoms book an appointment to see one of our compassionate hand therapists today.

www.restorehands.com.au

16/10/2026

If your child is facing a long wait for treatment at the Hospital we are here to help.

Our expert hand therapists can assess, treat, and make custom thermoplastic splints for your child — all in one visit.

💙 Family-friendly care, fast appointments, expert support.
📅 Book now to help your child heal comfortably and quickly!

www.restorehands.com.au

14/10/2026

Happy Allied Health Professions Day! 🙌

Today we’re celebrating the incredible work of all allied health professionals who help people live healthier, more independent lives.

As Occupational Therapists and Hand Therapists, we’re proud to be part of this team—helping hands heal, move, and thrive every day! 💪🖐️

10/10/2026

Happy Birthday to our Amazing Receptionist Amy! 💙🎉🎂

Make sure to wish her a Happy Birthday when you’re in the clinic.

09/10/2026

World Mental Health Day 2026 is an opportunity to raise awareness about how meaningful connections can help us achieve good mental health.

Connections with loved ones, connections with community, connections with colleagues,
connections to supports and services, connections to Country – and connections to yourself. 💙

Visit lookafteryourmentalhealthaustralia.org.au for more information.

08/10/2026

Dupuytren's disease, also known as Dupuytren's contracture, is a medical condition that affects the connective tissue in the palm of the hand. This condition is characterised by the formation of thickened, fibrous tissue bands beneath the skin. Over time, these bands can contract, causing the fingers to bend inward toward the palm.

Surgical intervention could include removing the lumps and layer of tissue that affects the finger. The tendons and muscles are not affected but they get caught in the cords that have formed.

Hand therapists help with post-op splinting, wound care, scar massage, exercises, and strength to regain function.

Address

10 Errard Street Nth
Ballarat, VIC
3350

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 4pm
Thursday	7:30am - 5pm
Friday	7:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+61353030333

Website

http://www.restorehands.com.au/

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