Physio
"The John Nicholas"
Physiotherapy Unit
We have a large Department specifically fitted for providing physiotherapy; staffed at the moment with a Chartered Physiotherapist Srikanth Kalaga and two Technical Instructors David Griffiths and Matthew Price. This Unit is currently part funded with a grant from the Local Health Board, however, we (H.O.P.E.) have an ongoing "in-house" revenue and capital spend to fund the grant short fall i.e. for new and replacement equipment and maintenance charges.
Approximately 2300 therapy sessions are carried out annually thus showing the need for this essential service by Members.
Both research and user experience indicates that physiotherapy has a
vital role in managing the symptoms and containing the overall disability caused by MS.
At HOPE, we believe that regular exercise and physiotherapy will enhance and maintain the ability of MS sufferers. As we are aware that MS can be a progressive disease, we at the Centre try to reduce the overall effect of MS by
working towards maintaining and restoring the individuals physical potential.
Our Department Policy includes:
1. Individual assessment by our Physiotherapist - followed by subsequent periodic re-assessments.
2. Hands on, one to one, 45 minute sessions.
3. Appointment slots to best suit users needs whenever possible.
4. Encouraging MS sufferers who are in employment to attend, by trying to accommodate their appointments as above.
5. Defining each physiotherapy session according to the needs and capability of the individual.
6. Referring Individuals to the appropriate service providers if a need arises.
7. Working closely with other health care professionals in Pembrokeshire such as GPs and Physiotherapists. We also receive referrals from Consultants when appropriate.
8. Full implementation of Health and Safety regulations.
9. Staffing of a Chartered Physiotherapist and two fully trained physiotherapy Technical Instructors.
10. Provision of a well equipped Physiotherapy area to meet the needs of our users.
11. Respect for your privacy, dignity and confidentiality at all times.
Physios: Srikanth / David / Matthew
