Archives: Patient Information Leaflets
Rheumatoid arthritis hand exercises – mobility and strength
Please view a video on YouTube showing hand exercises to build mobility and strength: Please contact the Occupational Therapy team on 01296 315097 if you are unsure if the exercises […]
Having a spinal injection with the spinal orthopaedic team
You are on the waiting list for a spinal injection. This information aims to give you details about the injection and to answer some questions you may have. Aims of […]
Transoesophageal Echocardiogram (TOE) Discharge Advice
After your transoesophageal echocardiogram (TOE) After the TOE, you will be monitored for a short period of recovery. When you are fully alert and the sensation has returned to your […]
Transthoracic echocardiography
Please read this information carefully ahead of your procedure. It provides details about the procedure, the preparation required and after-care guidance. What is an Echocardiogram? An echocardiogram is a diagnostic […]
The Milk Ladder (For Non-IgE/delayed milk allergy)
Staged reintroduction of dairy back into the diet for children with mild to moderate non-IgE (Immunoglobulin E) cow’s milk protein allergy. Most children with a milk allergy will outgrow it […]
Having a Colonoscopy – Information for Individuals with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI)
You have been advised by your GP, hospital doctor or clinical nurse specialist to have an investigation known as a Colonoscopy. Please read this information carefully. It provides details about […]
Cauda Equina Syndrome
If your healthcare professional has identified that you may be at risk of developing cauda equina syndrome. You will have been advised to look out for symptoms which may be […]
Swallowing matters – a guide for care home staff on managing residents with eating and drinking difficulties
Read our guide below on how best to manage residents in care homes with eating and drinking difficulties. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by […]
Rheumatology patient helpline
Read our guide below to find out more about our Rheumatology patient helpline. You can also download a PDF version of this patient information by following the link on the […]
Nasogastric tube feeding at home
Your child has had a nasogastric (NG) tube inserted because they are unable to take some or all their nutritional and fluid requirements orally. A NG tube is designed for […]