Restore Hand Therapy Silverstream is a specialist hand therapy clinic in Upper Hutt, providing assessment, rehabilitation and post-operative support for conditions from the elbows to the fingertips. The clinic is located directly opposite the Silverstream train station, making it easy to reach by public transport, with on-site parking also available next to Pet Vet.
The practice is a Registered ACC provider with no ACC surcharge to pay, and no GP or specialist referral is required — patients can book directly online. The team of registered hand therapists work closely with GPs, surgeons and physiotherapists where needed to ensure the best possible outcome, following a structured three-step approach: a thorough injury assessment, tailored initial support such as splinting, and a progressive rehabilitation plan to return patients to work and daily activities.
The clinic holds a 5.0 star Google rating based on 32 reviews, with clients consistently praising the team's expertise, patience and the quality of care provided throughout their recovery.
Restore Hand Therapy Silverstream provides specialist hand therapy, rehabilitation and post-operative support for conditions and injuries from the elbows to the fingertips. Based directly opposite the Silverstream train station in Upper Hutt, the clinic is easy to reach by public transport, with on-site parking also available next to Pet Vet.
The clinic's approach begins with a thorough assessment by a qualified hand therapist, who diagnoses the injury and checks whether other tendons, ligaments or joints are affected, referring for an x-ray at a nearby clinic if needed. From there, the team identifies any immediate support required — using soft or firmer splints or braces — and guides patients on initial home care to rest and protect the injured area. The final stage focuses on a structured, progressive rehabilitation plan, using targeted exercises to rebuild strength and mobility and support a safe return to work and daily activities.
Restore Hand Therapy treats a wide range of conditions, including sports injuries, tendon and ligament injuries, nerve injuries such as carpal tunnel syndrome, arthritis, fractures and dislocations, trigger finger, Dupuytren's contracture, tennis and golfer's elbow, complex regional pain syndrome, burns and scars, and repetitive strain injuries. Treatment options include dry needling for pain management, custom-fitted splints and braces, fitted casts for fractures, wound and scar management, and referrals to plastic or orthopaedic surgeons when required.
The clinic is led by directors Bergen De Carvalho and Lauren Stevenson, both registered hand therapists with backgrounds in occupational therapy from South Africa. Bergen has a particular interest in tendon rehabilitation and kinesiology taping, while Lauren focuses on complex conditions and trauma. They're joined by registered hand therapists Olivia Bailey, who specialises in functional splinting and scar management, Natalie Blackburn, Tegan de Longchamps, whose interests include wound care and post-operative rehabilitation, and Associate Hand Therapist Syed Peer Mohideen, who brings over 11 years of musculoskeletal physiotherapy experience.
One of the clinic's key advantages is accessibility: patients don't need a GP referral or hospital visit to be seen, and can simply book an appointment online. As a Registered ACC provider, Restore Hand Therapy Silverstream provides fully covered treatment for approved ACC claims with no surcharge, including splints and braces (exercise equipment costs are not covered by ACC). Where appropriate, the team works closely with GPs, surgeons and physiotherapists to ensure the best possible outcome for each patient.
Restore Hand Therapy Silverstream holds a 5.0 star Google rating from 32 reviews, with patients praising the team's expertise, patience and the quality of care received. Clients specifically mention staff helping them recover from sports injuries, arm issues resolved quickly, and feeling welcomed and listened to from their very first visit. The clinic is open five days a week, Monday to Thursday from 8:15am to 5:15pm and Friday from 9am to 3pm, giving patients flexible access to specialist hand therapy care close to home.