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The difference between chronic and acute pain
Last updated on Wednesday, January 8, 2025
What is the difference between chronic / persistent pain and acute pain? Acute pain describes pain that comes for a short while and then clears up (normally around 3 months) once the injury is healed. It is a warning sign that our nervous system generates in response to a perceived threat (e.g....
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Last updated on Friday, April 20, 2018
The views of our patients are very important to us as it helps us understand how successful we are in delivering services that meet and exceed the expectations of patients, as well as their relatives and carers. We use feedback from patients to celebrate our strengths as well as understanding an...
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Last updated on Tuesday, April 24, 2018
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read moreWhat should you bring to your appointment?
Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020
It would be helpful if you could bring the following: A list of questions you may want to ask your Orthotist Any previous orthoses you have been issued with A spare pair of footwear if you are being assessed for a raise Suitable clothing for your assessment Suitable footwear if you are bei...
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Last updated on Monday, April 23, 2018
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read moreCan you purchase additional Orthoses privately?
Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020
Yes, certain orthoses can be purchased privately if you require additional items above your entitlement. Please contact the Orthotic Department further information if you wish to do this.
read moreWill you need more than one visit?
Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020
You may need multiple visits. For example, if the orthosis needs to be ordered then you will need to attend a second appointment to have the item fitted. Sometimes the ordered orthosis will need to be trial fitted and sent back to be completed so you may not receive your finished orthosis until...
read moreHow long will it take for you to be supplied with your Orthosis?
Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020
This will depend on what orthosis you require. We hold a stock of certain items which can be supplied on the day of your appointment. However, some patients require bespoke items, these items will have to be ordered and times vary dependent on the type of orthosis ordered. The orthotist will ma...
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