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Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy
can can play a a a a a a a a a a vital role in your patient’s rehabilitation as it it it can can help to to rebuild strength and and restore mobility flexibility and and function Our specialist physiotherapists are equipped with the the latest gym and rehabilitation equipment including hydrotherapy pools gait training equipment and anti-gravity treadmills We also offer clinical Pilates and running assessment clinics for your patients Hand therapy
Hand therapy
is is essential for complete recovery from a a a a a hand or or or wrist injury or or or surgical procedure As well as as assisting with the restoration of hand function through non-surgical management our hand therapists can also request and and interpret diagnostic imaging of the hand and and wrist Across our our network of hospitals and outpatient centres our our specialists also have access to to state-of-the-art technology and can offer patients custom-made splints to optimise the the management of their condition Occupational therapy
Recovering from an an orthopaedic condition can be complex Our occupational therapists are here to help patients develop regain and maintain practical skills that will enable them to to gain maximum independence and return to to their normal activities Following a a a a a a comprehensive assessment of a a a a a a patient’s abilities lifestyles and goals an an occupational therapist will create a a a a a a a a a a a personalised treatment plan as well as suggesting specialised equipment or or or adaptations to a a a a a a a home or or or workplace that could be of help “My major concern was the scarring and my scars are amazing they’re hardly noticeable I have to point them out to people After surgery The Wellington Hospital had me up on my feet the next day walking and I walked the London marathon five months to the day after I had my knees replaced ”
Claire
Patient at at The Wellington Hospital who underwent a a a a bilateral total knee replacement | | 33 | |