Anna Cooper
B. App. Sc. (Physiotherapy)
Certified
Hand Therapist (USA)
AHTA Accredited Hand Therapist
Anna is a Physiotherapist and has been working in Hand Therapy for 17 years in both public and private settings. For the last 7 years she has been providing Hand Therapy services in the Illawarra. She has competed her CHT (Certified Hand Therapist) and is also an Accredited Member of the AHTA ( Australian Hand Therapy Association).
Anna enjoys being able to make a positive impact in peoples lives with the treatment she provides. She enjoys seeing a varied caseload and has a particular interest in complex trauma, and wrist pain. Having 4 children of her own she also loves seeing kids and ensuring that they have a positive experience following injury.
Anna loves the artistry of splinting and casting and enjoys the hands on nature of the work that she does.
Anna is pleased to provide the Northern Illawarra with its first ever dedicated Hand Therapy service.
Outside of work Anna enjoys spending time with her busy family on outdoor adventures. She enjoys the bush and the beach and cooking healthy food.
I find treating people's hands extremely meaningful. Our hands are vital for our function - our hobbies, our work, our family responsibilities. Helping people to restore independence and continue their daily roles makes me happy.
Sheree Colquhoun
Sheree Colquhoun
B App Sc (Occupational Therapy)
Certified Hand Therapist
Accredited Member AHTA
Sheree is an Occupational Therapist with over 20 years’ experience in Hand Therapy. She has completed her CHT (Certified Hand Therapist) and is an Accredited Hand Therapist (as awarded by the Australian Hand Therapy Association).
Sheree’s experience has been in both the public and private sectors, working both locally and internationally including in the UK and Canada.
Sheree enjoys the challenge of upper limb assessment and developing appropriate interventions that provide clients with the best outcomes for their hand. She particularly enjoys management of acute traumatic injuries and post operative care.
Sheree is also an active member of the AHTA Hand Therapy Advocacy Committee – working to improve awareness of Hand Therapy in the community.
When not at work Sheree is kept busy with her 2 teenage children. She enjoys catching up with friends and travelling with her family whenever she gets the chance.
Nathan Cooper
Nathan Cooper
B App Sc (Physiotherapy)
Assoc MAHTA
Nathan has been working as a Physiotherapist for 20 years and brings a wealth of experience to MEND Hand Therapy. He has worked in several musculoskeletal and workplace physiotherapy roles including the highly regarded Sydney Spine and Pelvis. It was this practice that allowed him the opportunity to develop excellent manual therapy skills – Nathan uses a variety of assessment and treatment techniques to get optimal outcomes for patients. He has extensive post-graduate training in treatment approaches such as the “Connect” therapy model, Jean Pierre Barral’s neural manipulation, and Muscle Energy Techniques.
For the last 3 years he has pivoted his career into the area of Hand Therapy- working in a Sydney based Hand Therapy clinic. He has developed excellent splinting and post-operative management skills and is working towards full AHTA accreditation. Importantly, he can combine his treatment skills in musculoskeletal physiotherapy with Hand Therapy treatment, to provide patients with comprehensive rehabilitation of the entire upper limb.
Outside of work, Nathan spends his time playing lots of sport with his 4 kids, keeping active in the gym, and cooking delicious charcoal barbecues.
Erica Adams
Erica Adams
B. Occupational Therapy
Assoc MAHTA
Erica is an Occupational Therapist with over 15 years of experience in Hand Therapy.
Her career began in paediatrics and acute hospital settings before she discovered her passion for hand rehabilitation. Erica has worked in Hand Therapy practices across QLD and NSW, treating diverse cases including elective surgeries, trauma, and sports injuries.
She enjoys treating a variety of hand conditions, with a strong interest in post-surgical recovery and sports-related injuries. Erica is skilled in splinting, casting, and values working closely with her patients to help them achieve their rehabilitation goals.
Outside of work, Erica enjoys camping, watching her kids play sport, and taking her dog for walks on the beach.
