Specialised care for broken hands, hairline fractures,
and complex upper-limb injuries

Hand Fracture Therapy Gold Coast

At Evergreen Hand Therapy in Varsity Lakes, we provide precise, evidence-based rehabilitation for hand fractures of all types from hairline cracks to un-displaced breaks and post-surgical repairs of displaced and unstable fractures.

Led by Dr Lauren Miller, our Accredited Hand Therapist with a research PhD on finger fracture management and over 20 years of clinical expertise, every treatment combines evidence-based care, clinical precision, and one-to-one attention for people living across Varsity Lakes, Robina, Burleigh, and the wider Gold Coast.

Understanding Hand Fractures

A hand fracture occurs when one of the bones in the fingers or hand breaks due to impact, a fall, sporting injury, or crush force. Even small fractures matter. Without proper therapy, they can lead to reduced grip strength, finger stiffness, and long-term functional limitations. Common presentations may include:

  • Hairline fracture in the hand that appears subtle but still limits motion
  • Broken hand causing swelling, bruising, and sharp pain
  • Fractures requiring surgical fixation with pins, wires, or plates
  • Stiffness or weakness after immobilisation or casting

Hand Fracture Recovery

Recovery depends on the type of break, the bone involved, and whether surgery was performed. Dr Miller guides each patient through a structured program that restores movement, reduces stiffness, and protects healing tissue. Your rehabilitation may include:

  • Gradual mobilisation to restore safe movement
  • Scar and swelling management if surgery was required
  • Strength retraining for grip, pinch, and functional tasks
  • Dexterity exercises for fine motor control
  • Education on load, pacing, and return-to-activity planning

Customised Hand Splints for Fractures

Evergreen Hand Therapy fabricates custom hand splints for fractures. These tailored orthoses provide protection, support, and controlled positioning while the bone heals. Each splint is moulded to your hand during your appointment, and adjusted as healing progresses for comfort and function. Splints are commonly made for:

  • Stable finger fractures
  • Hairline fractures that still require immobilisation
  • Post-operative protection
  • Tendon or ligament involvement alongside a fracture

Hand fracture specialised care With a doctorate focused specifically on upper-limb injury recovery, Dr Miller brings rare specialised expertise to fracture management. Your rehabilitation is individually planned and continuously monitored to ensure safe progression through each healing stage. You can expect consistent one-clinician care, evidence-based progression, and close communication with your surgeon or GP when needed.

Post-surgical rehabilitation for hand fractures If your fracture required surgery, targeted therapy supports proper healing and restores strength and movement. Post-surgical programs include controlled mobilisation under specialised guidance, strength training tailored to fixation type, wound management, scar softening and swelling reduction techniques, and return-to-work or sport planning.

Why choose Evergreen Hand Therapy

Evergreen Hand Therapy provides focused, professional care, not general physiotherapy,
for patients seeking expert targeted upper-limb rehabilitation on the Gold Coast

  • Specialised care led by a PhD-qualified accredited hand therapist
  • One-to-one sessions from start to finish
  • Calm, accessible clinic with onsite parking in Varsity Lakes
  • Convenient for Robina, Burleigh, and surrounding suburbs
  • No referral required. Open to all patients on the Gold Coast and Northern New South Wales

 Frequently Asked Questions

No. You can book directly. However, referrals from surgeons and GPs are also welcome.

Most fractures heal in 10 to 12 weeks. Full function requires structured rehabilitation to minimise stiffness of surrounding joints during this time, as well as graded strengthening and reconditioning that may continue beyond the time it takes your fracture to heal.

Yes. Even small fractures often benefit from a custom hand splint or cast for support and protection during early healing.


Your hands are essential to everything you do

Begin your hand fracture recovery now with expert guidance from Dr Miller

YOU CAN CALL US ON 1300 791 870
OR MESSAGE US DIRECTLY at admin@evergreenhandtherapy.com.au

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