The Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Departments provide assessment and treatment for patients with either permanent or temporary disabilities, with the aim of maximising function and preventing further disability. The Inpatient Therapy Service focuses on inpatient care and liaises with colleagues within health and social services for community care needs.
Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy helps restore movement and function to as near normal as possible when someone is affected by injury, illness, or by developmental or other disability.
It can be helpful for people of all ages with a wide range of health conditions, including problems affecting the:
- bones, joints and soft tissue
- brain or nervous system – such as movement problems resulting from a stroke
- heart and circulation
- lungs and breathing such as COPD.
Occupational therapy
Occupational therapy aims to improve your ability to do everyday tasks if you're having difficulties, including in the home environment and work situations. Assessment and treatment is carried out and goals set, to enable adaptation to functional difficulties and maximisation of independence and quality of life.