Specialisms
Adults (18+)
- Polytrauma/complex orthopaedic injuries
- Lower limb amputation
- Chronic pain
- Associated brain injury (mild to moderate)
- Associated mental health
Clinical Currency Statement
As at October 2026, I am engaged in the role of Associate Case Manager for Proclaim Care Group for an average of 100 hours per month.
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Specific Injuries Experience
Sinead is a highly skilled occupational therapist and case manager with extensive expertise in complex rehabilitation. She adopts a client-centred, evidence-based approach to every case, applying sound clinical judgement to assess, plan and implement tailored rehabilitation, care and equipment solutions that maximise functional recovery and long-term independence.
Her expertise spans polytrauma, complex orthopaedic injuries, lower limb amputations, and chronic pain management, often alongside co-occurring mild to moderate brain injury, mental health conditions, psychological trauma, and high-level cognitive impairment.
Sinead conducts comprehensive assessments to develop individualised rehabilitation and support plans. She provides expert recommendations regarding housing adaptations, return to work, equipment provision and transport solutions, and coordinates therapy input. She also recruits and oversees care and support packages to ensure effective outcomes and empower clients to achieve their goals.
She has supported clients both pre- and post-settlement, with a strong understanding of evolving care needs and the legal process. Sinead produces robust, well-reasoned expert reports and recommendations within her scope of expertise.
Employment Profile
Following an initial post in an acute hospital setting, Sinead’s career has focused on neurological rehabilitation. Before case management, she worked as a senior occupational therapist providing specialised intervention for women with acquired brain injury and dual diagnosis of psychosis across community and secure inpatient (locked rehabilitation) settings. She also has experience in hyper-acute stroke and rehabilitation services.
In her Clinical Lead role, Sinead established and led a high-performing team of rehabilitation case managers across London. She developed and delivered structured induction and training programmes for case managers and support staff. Alongside her supervisory duties, Sinead kept an active caseload of case management clients.
Sinead is a confident and proactive clinician who works collaboratively while maintaining professional independence. She leads multidisciplinary and stakeholder meetings with clarity and confidence. She is a strong advocate for reflective supervision to maintain clinical excellence and professional accountability. Sinead remains committed to ongoing professional development, ensuring consistently high standards of safe, evidence-based and grounded practice.
Qualifications and Membership
- BSc Occupational Therapy, University of Northampton (2011)
- Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Case Management Society UK (CMSUK)
- British Association of Brain Injury and Complex Case Management (BABICM)
- Institute of Registered Case Managers (IRCM)
Career History
Present
Care Expert Witness
Jacqueline Webb & Co. Ltd
2025 to 2026
Independent Case Manager
Sinead Cowham Case Management and OT (via 3Hub)
2025 to present
Associate Case Manager
Proclaim Care Group
2018 to 2025
Rehabilitation Case Manager and Clinical Lead
Proclaim Care Group
March to December 2018
Senior Occupational Therapist (maternity cover), Stroke Ward, Northampton General Hospital
Independent Occupational Therapist, The OT Practice
2016 to 2018
Senior Occupational Therapist
Women’s Acquired Brain Injury & Psychosis Blended Secure Service, St. Andrew’s Healthcare
2012 to 2016
Senior Occupational Therapist
Milton Keynes Neurological Rehabilitation Service, Central & North West London NHS Foundation Trust
2011 to 2012
Occupational Therapist
Rotational Post, Bedford Hospital, Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
2008 to 2011
Therapy Assistant (bank role alongside studying)
Stroke rehabilitation, Northampton General Hospital NHS Trust