Rigel Mascarenhas

B.App Sci, M. Physio Prac, AHT (as awarded by the AHTA)

Rigel is an Australian trained physiotherapist who has further specialised in the field of Hand Therapy.  He graduated Physiotherapy in 2019 from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Applied Science and Masters of Physiotherapy Practice. He commenced his career working at a large private Hand Therapy clinic where he developed a passion for treating hand and wrist injuries.

In 2022 Rigel commenced further study through the Australian Hand Therapy Association, later being awarded the title of Accredited Hand Therapist in 2024. 

Currently Rigel holds positions across both public and private settings which has helped increase his exposure to a wide variety of non-operative and post-operative hand and wrist conditions.

Rigel currently works at St Vincent's Hospital publicly which has enabled him to gain invaluable experience working alongside Plastic surgeons and Hand Surgeons to deliver care to people with complex and multi-trauma injuries.

Rigel also currently consults at Olympic Park Sports Medicine Centre where he has treated a broad range of sporting injuries.

Outside of work, Rigel enjoys trying out new restaurants/cafes, camping and playing music.

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My Approach

Behind every injury is a person with a life they want to get back to — whether that's returning to sport, picking up a grandchild, or simply opening a jar without pain. My approach is built on listening to what matters most to you, and then building a recovery plan around that using evidence-based treatment strategies.

Key Areas of Interest

  • Sports injuries

  • Hand and wrist post-operative rehabilitation

  • Arthritis management

  • Fracture/dislocation management

  • Refer to conditions treated for a more comprehensive list of conditions treated

Qualifications

2024— Awarded with the title of Accredited Hand Therapist by the Australian Hand Therapy Association

2019— Bachelor of Applied Science, Master of Physiotherapy Practice

Memberships / Affiliations

  • Australian Hand Therapy Association (Accredited Hand Therapist)

  • Australian Physiotherapy Association (Associate Member)