Physiotherapy

Frequently Asked Questions:

How can I find out more about having physiotherapy treatments?

Your St Catherine’s Community Nurse will continually review your care plan and if she feels physiotherapy will be of benefit to you she will discuss this with the Physiotherapist.

If you are an in-patient or attending Day Hospice, you can ask any of the staff about the possibility of having treatments during your day.

Where do physiotherapy treatments take place?

Treatments take place at the Hospice, either during a visit to Day Hospice or by appointment. If you are an in-patient, the physiotherapist is able to see you on the wards.

If this is not possible our physiotherapist can also arrange to visit you in your home.

Our physiotherapy team also have input into the groups offered in Day Hospice.

What can the Physiotherapist advise on?

Mobility
Beathing techniques
Life style
Exercise and postural training
Assessment for equipment

Which physiotherapy treatments are available at the hospice?

Manipulative therapy
Craniosacral therapy
Acupuncture or acupressure
Massage
Connective tissue massage
Electro therapy
Relaxation techniques
Exercise classes

Further information will be provided by the physiotherapist at the time of your treatment.

Who can the physiotherapist treat?

The physiotherapist is only able to treat and advise patients under the care of St Catherine’s.  She can advise your carers regarding your care but is unable to treat or offer advice for family and friends’ conditions.