Lauren Walker

Hand Therapist

Contact details

Phone: 01273 696955 Ext 4116
Email: handtherapyservice@bsuh.nhs.uk

Current posts

Specialist Hand Therapist: Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust
Specialist Hand Therapist: Private, Insurance

Training, Qualifications and Experience

Qualifications
2013, MSc Occupational Therapy
Certified Hand Therapist (CHT), US Accreditation, in progress

Courses
British Association of Hand Therapist Accreditation:
Level I  (2014), Introduction to Hand Therapy
Level II (2015), The Wrist
Level II (2017), Radiographic Imaging of the Hand

Experience: Lauren specialised in hand therapy while undertaking her Masters degree after a career change.  Since 2014, she has worked exclusively in hand therapy for the NHS and private practice in Cambridge, East Grinstead and now Brighton. She has obtained specialist experience treating plastic, burns, and orthopaedic hand injuries and conditions across paediatric and adult populations.

Professional Interests

Clinical: Wrist rehabilitation, Amputations, Rehabilitation technology
Research: Audits and Evidence-based practice
Education: Train junior therapists and students

Personal Interests

Lauren practices Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, enjoys hiking in remote landscapes, and spending time with family.