“All joints are created equal, but some joints are true aristocrats. The elbow, wrist and hand joints are the “Jeffersonian” joints – elegant, articulate and refined. They are the means of writing sonnets, reattaching retinas, and flying space shuttles. There is nothing precious or fragile about them, though. The thumb and forefinger are where theory and experience converge. Capable of a light tough or a killing blow, praying or punching, these joints epitomize the ascent of man. When they hurt, we pay attention.” (Pete Egoscue, Pain Free: A revolutionary method for stopping chronic pain)
YOUR OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY PRACTICE SITUATED IN THE SOUTHERN SUBURBS OF CAPE TOWN
MEET THE TEAM
Wendy Greathead
Wendy is a certified Lymphoedema Occupational Therapist that specialises in hands and upper limbs with also a special interest in Lymphoedema and breast care. Wendy has been exposed to treating Lymphoedema since 2009 and is regarded as one of Cape Town's leading therapists for this condition. Wendy has a BSC in Occupational Therapy from the University of Witwatersrand and has acquired an additional Diploma in Hand therapy as well having international certification in Lymphoedema.
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Wendy has been practicing as an OT since 2005. By 2006 she started practicing in the field of hands. In 2007 she completed her Diploma in hand Therapy at The University of Pretoria.
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Wendy had been exposed to Lymphoedema management and treatment since 2009. She had been mentored by other Lymphoedema therapists and completed short courses. In 2016 she completed her International Lymphatic and Wound Training Course.
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In 2019, Wendy completed her Modern MLD Certification Course and in 2021, she completed her Lymphoedema Review Course.
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Wendy remains current with her CPD requirements continuing to attend conferences and courses both in Lymphoedema and Hand Rehabilitation. She is currently studying further under the Virtual Hand and Shoulder Fellowship.
Wendy is also a full time Mom of 3 boys, 14 years, 12 years and 6 years old who keep her afternoons busy and entertained between all their sport activities.
Wendy's hobbies are hiking and flyfishing. She loves reading and spending time with her dogs or pottering in the garden.
Her greatest achievement other than her family has been summiting Mount Kilimanjaro in 2024.
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Wendy strives for personal, compassionate care with all patients.
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PAYMENT INFORMATION
"Our rates are according to most Medical Aids and we assist with claiming"
''We are a cash practice also accepting debit/credit cards and EFT's''
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