Outpatient Musculo-Skeletal Physiotherapy Services

Outpatient Musculo-skeletal Physiotherapy Services

at Bedford hospital

The musculoskeletal outpatient physiotherapy department at Gilbert Hitchcock House is a well-established, high quality service offering a wide range of facilities to the community in Bedfordshire.

The physiotherapy staff offers a range of musculoskeletal clinical Skills including manual therapy, soft tissue techniques, acupuncture and other forms of pain relief for a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions.

The department also provides a variety of specialist physiotherapy services ranging from:

· Women’s health

· Amputee rehabilitation

· Hydrotherapy

· Specialist back pain service

Our well equipped, modern gymnasium enables patients to exercise one-to-one with their physiotherapist, using both cardio-vascular and resistance machines as appropriate. We also offer Core Stability Classes, which are highly useful for patients with long-standing spinal conditions.

The clinic offers a Monday to Friday service:

· Monday and Friday 8-5pm

· Tuesday to Thurs 8-6pm

The department operates a partial booking system ensuring accessibility and choice for patients who attend appointments. The department is fully supported by reception and administrative staff during all opening hours.

There are also outreach clinics at Biggleswade, Flitwick and Bromham, ensuring less travelling time and more convenience for patients who live outside Bedford.

All our physiotherapists are specialised in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders and are able to provide comprehensive assessment, treatment and future prevention advice for a variety of conditions such as:

· Back pain and sciatica

· Neck pain and headaches

· Joint replacement rehabilitation

· Post-operative rehabilitation

· Post-fracture rehabilitation

· Whiplash

· Shoulder injuries

· Sports injuries

· Tennis elbow & other overuse injuries

· Work related pain/RSI

· Muscle, tendon and ligament injuries

· Arthritis

· Back pain prevention and return to normal activity

Who not to refer:

Adult or paediatric neurological conditions

Respiratory patients

Domiciliary patients

Patients under the age of 16

How to refer:

Referral is either via GP or consultant or by self-referral:

GP Referral Template (create hyperlink to GP Referral Form)

Self-referral Form (create hyperlink to Self Referral Form)

Patient Information Leaflet (create hyperlink to Patient Leaflet)

http://www.physioadvisor.com

This useful resource was established in 2008 by a dedicated and experienced team of physiotherapists. It provides useful and appropriate information on an extensive number of conditions, enabling patients to become more informed of their conditions, both in terms of self help and when to seek advice form a health professional.