What do the physiotherapists do in A&E at Addenbrookes?
Patients often attend A&E after falls or other trauma, which can result in broken bones, strains and bruising. The physiotherapists who are based in the Orthopaedic Department (who deal with bone, joints and muscles) provide a ‘rapid response’ service for patients who attend A&E. Patients who have only minor injuries that affect their mobility and safety in the home are given advice, exercises and any appropriate mobility aids. The aim is to enable them to make a fast and safe recovery at home and/or work. Patients who have more extensive injuries will be treated in the appropriate medical or surgical departments and might subsequently receive inpatient or outpatient physiotherapy services.
