Total care when time is precious

Physiotherapy

Our Physiotherapy team is trained to improve your comfort and independence, to ensure that you can make the most of whatever time lies ahead.

 

Our physiotherapists attend to all patients within the Hospice including the Inpatient Unit, Day Hospice and Outpatient clinics. The team also works alongside the Hospice Specialist Nursing Team visiting patients in the community.

Two of our physiotherapists

 

 

The team focuses on helping patients to move safely and manage stairs. They have particular expertise in managing pain and stiffness, and helping with problems such as breathlessness, loss of balance and tiredness.

 

The physiotherapists may also provide family members with guidance on how to help you move, for instance, how to help you get out of bed if this has become difficult.

 

Our Physiotherapy team has the following specialist skills:

  • Lymphoedema massage
  • Acupuncture
  • Spinal care

 

My mother always looked forward to the physiotherapist's visits. She brought comfort, reassurance and calmness with her 'magic hands'.Daughter of patient, January 2008