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Restore Hand Therapy

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Restore Hand Therapy

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 t

he 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.

24/04/2026

22/04/2026

Are you suffering from a sports related injury?

Our Services include:
- Hand Sprains
- Fractures
- Dislocations
- Custom made splinting
- Joint stability assessment

Priority appointments available Monday for weekend injuries.

Call 03 5303 0333 and speak to one of our
friendly receptionists or book online at www.restorehands.com.au and we can help you
get back on the field as soon as possible.

20/04/2026

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

17/04/2026

Thermoplastic splints are a game-changer in hand therapy 🙌

Custom-made to fit each patient, they provide targeted support while remaining lightweight, comfortable, and breathable. Even better, they can be adjusted as your recovery progresses—helping you heal safely and effectively.

✔️ Precise fit
✔️ Comfortable for daily wear
✔️ Easy to clean
✔️ Removable for exercises and wound care

Designed to support your recovery every step of the way 💙

16/04/2026

Some positive feedback from our patients after their first visit.

Hearing this absolutely makes our day.

Thank you for trusting us!

👉 visit our website at:
https://www.restorehands.com.au
to make an appointment

14/04/2026

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

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10/04/2026

Check out these answers to the most commonly asked questions we hear at Restore Hand Therapy ✋️🤚

👉 Visit our website at www.restorehands.com.au to make an appointment.

08/04/2026

👉 Check out our First Newsletter for 2026!

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04/04/2026

Joint hypermobility is common in the general population It affects 1-4% of people and is often familial.

Joint hypermobility varies in severity from simple joint hypermobility to Hypermobility Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (hEDS). Diagnosis of hEDS is via clinical diagnosis for patients who meet all the criteria.

Hand therapy for Hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS) focuses on managing pain, improving joint stability, and enhancing hand function through a combination of education, exercises, and even beautiful custom made silver ring splints.

If you have been diagnosed with hEDs or are hypermobile and interested in Silver Ring Splints book an appointment to see one of our compassionate hand therapists today.

www.restorehands.com.au

02/04/2026

We wish all our patients a Happy & Safe Easter Weekend!

The clinic will be closed over the Easter break and will re open on Tuesday the 7th April.

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

01/04/2026

Last week Amy had the pleasure of dogsitting Bonnie, the lovely chiropractor Lisa’s dog, while she returned to the clinic 💙🐶

Can't wait to see you next time Bonnie.

27/03/2026

The clinic will be closed over the Easter break and will re open on Tuesday the 7th April.

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

We hope you all have a safe and happy Easter!

www.restorehands.com.au

Address

10 Errard Street Nth
Ballarat, VIC
3350

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 4pm

Telephone

+61353030333

Website

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

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Restore Hand Therapy @ Restore Allied Health

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,eh s 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. Fiona Orton and Renee Rock also work with Restore Hand Therapy. BOth Fiona and Renee also provide Hand Therapy services at Ballarat Health Service- All therapists at Restore Hand Therapy have earned the highest level of recognition in Australia as an Accredited Hand therapist as awarded by the AHTA, and all therapists have achieved the internationally recognised Certified Hand Therapist status. The therapists are experienced in Acute and long term hand and upper limb splinting. Jen and Fiona are 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.