Helping Hands, Arm Injuries & Arthritis

Welcome to Coastal Hand Therapy! An exclusive and outcome-based practice established and run by renowned hand therapist, Suzanne Caragianis.

Suzanne has developed an uncontested global reputation in hand and upper limb rehabilitation, with a unique ability to personalise individual programs for the best possible outcome.

Coastal Hand Therapy can work with you to help you regain movement, strength and functional use of your hands to perform better at sport, recreation and life.

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Suzanne Caragianis

Suzanne is an experienced and passionate hand therapist, who has been assessing and treating patients for over 36 years. Suzanne also dedicates much of her time to volunteer work, teaching and mentoring in Australia, Bhutan and India. She has also established a charity 'Helping Hands in Bhutan' to raise funds for therapist education and patients in Bhutan. Suzanne has developed an uncontested global reputation in hand and upper limb rehabilitation and in 2023, Suzanne was awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) for services to Occupational Therapy. Suzanne has also been awarded life membership to the Australian Hand Therapy Association in recognition for her service, dedication, and contribution to hand therapy in Australia and throughout the world. Having been mentored by one of the forefathers of hand surgery, Dr Harold Kleinert, and subsequently working closely with many leading surgeons across the globe, Suzanne is considered a leader in hand therapy in Australia.

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Kinesiotaping can assist with recovery, function and reducing pain.

Dry needling helps to increase tendon healing.

Strengthening programs tailored to patient needs and goals.

Postoperative care treatment programs to match an individual's recovery.

Coastal Hand Therapy is a boutique, outcome-based clinic.

Improving joint function, muscle tightness and pain through massage.

Kinesiotaping can assist with recovery, function and reducing pain.