Supporting recovery from injury and surgery
Hand therapy plays a vital role in recovery following acute injuries, surgery, fractures, tendon and ligament injuries, nerve conditions, and persistent musculoskeletal problems.
Treatment is tailored to each individual and may include:
• Specialist hand and wrist rehabilitation
• Bespoke splinting
• Exercise programmes
• Hands-on therapy
• Wax therapy
• Scar management
• Wound care
• Return-to-work guidance
• Return-to-sport rehabilitation
Whether recovering from a fractured wrist, tendon repair, ligament reconstruction, or elective surgery, specialist rehabilitation can often play a crucial role in restoring movement, strength, and confidence.
Helping Members stay active
For Roehampton Club Members, hand and wrist conditions can have a direct impact on participation in sport and leisure activities. Golfers may experience wrist pain, thumb arthritis, or tendon problems that affect grip strength and swing mechanics. Tennis and padel players can develop repetitive strain injuries, tendon irritation, thumb pain, and wrist overuse conditions. Even regular gym training can place significant stress on the small joints and soft tissues of the hand.
One area Becky frequently treats is hand and wrist osteoarthritis, a common condition that can affect grip strength, dexterity, and day-to-day function. While osteoarthritis cannot be reversed, many people are surprised by how much can be done to improve symptoms. Treatment may include education, tailored exercise programmes, heat and wax therapy, splinting, joint protection strategies, and practical modifications to daily activities. The aim is to reduce pain, maintain function, and help people continue enjoying the activities they love.
Expert care for every lifestyle
One of the unique aspects of hand therapy is the variety of people who benefit from it. Throughout her career, Becky has worked with elite athletes, professional footballers, cricketers, golfers, tennis players, office workers, musicians, skilled craftspeople, and manual workers. Each places different demands on their hands, requiring rehabilitation plans tailored to their individual goals.
As a former field hockey player with a continuing passion for sport and exercise, Becky understands the importance of returning to activity safely and confidently. However, her approach is not limited to athletes. The same principles of expert assessment, evidence-based rehabilitation, and personalised care apply to everyone, regardless of their sporting background or lifestyle.
Whether the goal is returning to competitive golf, getting back on the tennis court, resuming work after surgery, or simply performing everyday tasks pain-free, treatment is always designed around what matters most to the individual.
A valuable addition to Roehampton Club
Being based within Roehampton Club provides a fantastic opportunity to support a community that values health, activity, and performance. The addition of Specialist Hand Therapy further strengthens the range of healthcare services available through Pure Sports Medicine, ensuring Members have access to expert care close to home.
Book an appointment
If hand, wrist, or thumb pain is affecting sport, work, or everyday life, specialist treatment could help.
Becky Withycombe is now available for appointments at Pure Sports Medicine. Click here to book online
Whether recovering from injury, managing arthritis, or looking to improve hand and wrist function, Becky provides expert, personalised care to help patients get back to doing what they enjoy most.
