Our team
Meet our dedicated team of hand therapy specialists, each bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to provide the highest standard of care. With years of practice in rehabilitation, our therapists are passionate about restoring function and improving the quality of life for our patients. They stay abreast of the latest advancements in hand therapy techniques, ensuring that our clients receive the most effective and tailored treatment plans. Together, they create a supportive environment where every individual can feel confident and empowered on their journey to recovery.
Anicia Baron
(BSc Hons Occupational Therapy)
Occupational Therapist / Founder of Precision Hand Therapy / Specialist in Upper Limb Rehabilitation and Bespoke Splinting.
I qualified in 2000 and joined the rotation at Derby as a then Basic Grade Occupational Therapist. I rotated into Hand Therapy in 2002 at the Pulvertaft Hand Centre, an experience which sparked my passion and love for hand therapy. I have remained at the Pulvertaft Hand Centre ever since, working my way to becoming an experienced B7 in the team which I have held for the past 16 years.
I am skilled in treating a wide range of injuries including joint dislocations, tendon injuries, tendinopathies, fractures and post op therapy including joint replacement, tendon repairs and long term conditions such as Osteoarthritis treatment and education. I enjoy a challenge and use a problem solving approach to my assessment and building bespoke treatment plans for my clients that can include exercise programs, scar management and bespoke splinting to help improve function and independence following injury or a hand condition.
Throughout my journey in hand therapy I have had many opportunities to develop skills in other areas including education, teaching on and running courses, as well as the professional development of staff and students. My time at the Pulvertaft Hand Centre has enabled me to become a dual competent therapist, integrating both Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy approaches into my practice.
How do people describe me? I would say friendly, approachable and I always have a smile on my face. Nothing is too much trouble and I will always go that extra mile for my family, friends, colleagues and clients. I am deeply committed to making a meaningful difference through my work.
Laura Adamson
(BSc Hons Occupational Therapy)
Occupational Therapist / Founder of Precision Hand Therapy / Specialist in Upper Limb Rehabilitation, Osteoarthritis & Skin Camouflage practitioner.
Hello, I am Laura, an Occupational Therapist with over 15 years of experience supporting people through recovery, regulation and reconnection. I specialise in hand therapy, Osteoarthritis management and skin camouflage.
As co-founder of Precision Hand Therapy I work with clients recovering from fractures, tendon and ligament injuries and soft tissue trauma, as well as those managing long-term conditions such as Osteoarthritis. My focus is on restoring function, confidence and independence though tailored, evidence-based interventions.
As a skin camouflage practitioner, I support individuals with visible differences, whether from injury, surgery or skin conditions to feel more confident and in control of their appearance. I offer sensitive, practical guidance using specialist products and techniques that respect each persons goals and comfort.
I'm particularly interested in the relationship between physical and mental health, and how pain, trauma and neurodivergence can shape a persons experience of recovery.
Above all, I believe that connection is key; between therapist and client, between body and mind, and between families and the professionals that support them. Whether I am helping someone regain hand function, manage arthritis or feel more confident in their skin, my goal is simple: to enable people to thrive physically, emotionally and socially.
Link to publication:
The case for skin camouflage in the management of upper limb
scarring.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10584050/
Vicky Lucas
BABCP accredited CBT practitioner and supervisor, EMDR consultant
Vicky Lucas is a seasoned Mental Health Nurse and Psychotherapist with over 21 years of experience working across diverse settings, including forensic, substance misuse, adult mental health, and children and adolescents. Formerly a senior lecturer and course lead at the University of Suffolk, Vicky spearheaded innovative hybrid approaches to education. She holds a BSc in Nursing, a Non-Medical Prescribing MA, and a PG Cert in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Supervision. Additionally, she has completed training in RODBT, specialist cbt interventions, and is an accredited consultant in EMDR, offering supervision to organisations and individuals providing EMDR.
An accredited therapist and supervisor with the BABCP, Vicky currently practises at the Pulvertaft Unit at UHDB. She continues to collaborate and work with Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and currently supervises practitioners working with complex mental health issues. Vicky also consults as an advisory board member for an organisation dedicated to supporting serving forces and veterans and volunteers with Rock to Recovery.
Vicky offers additional support to trainee therapists, focusing on CBT approaches and helping them pass key components of their courses. She has also designed a KSA course, equivalent to the BABCP's requirement for evidencing three years of experience in mental health. Her dedication to training and developing practitioners ensures that evidence-based practice is upheld throughout healthcare services, both in the private and public sectors, underscoring the integral link between mind and body.
Passionate about driving forward quality services, Vicky has a proven track record of enhancing care quality during times of austerity through effective supervision, training, and evidence-based group work design. In her role at the Pulvertaft Unit, Vicky has been instrumental in developing a pioneering CBT pathway within a physical care setting. Her commitment to excellence was recognised with the Inclusion Award at the Royal Derby Hospital. Furthermore, she has published groundbreaking work on the importance of talking therapies within hospital physical care settings.
Vicky's continuous efforts to train and develop healthcare practitioners highlight her commitment to excellence and innovation in mental health care.
https://www.lucaspsychotherapyconsultancy.uk/
mailto:lucaspsychotherapyconsultancy@gmail.com