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Managing pain

Last updated on Friday, December 6, 2024

Managing Pain The old-fashioned treatment for generalised joint & muscle pain, also known as chronic pain, was bed rest for weeks or months on end. We now know this is the worst possible approach. Exercise and continuing to work are key to recovery. Resting all day may not always be the bes...

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Healthcare options in Wirral for Bank Holiday Monday 31 May 2021

Last updated on Friday, May 28, 2021

If you’re feeling unwell over the bank holiday and need urgent advice or treatment from a health professional, there are a number of healthcare options available. Health information and advice The best place to get accurate health information is the NHS website. The NHS website has information...

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Patient Initiated Follow Up (PIFU)

Last updated on Monday, June 24, 2024

Patient Initiated Follow Up (PIFU) Enhancing Patient Experience with BSL Interpreting Welcome to the first-ever BSL video - Patient Initiated Follow Up (PIFU) from Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH)! We are excited to introduce this new initiative designed to improve patient experienc...

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Consent and consent forms

Last updated on Friday, May 17, 2024

Obtaining your consent is an essential legal requirement for any medical procedure, including endoscopy procedures. Informed consent ensures that you have a clear understanding of the procedure, it’s benefits, potential risks, alternative options, and any potential complications that may arise. Y...

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Surgical Elective Admissions Lounge (SEAL) video

Last updated on Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Surgical Elective Admissions Lounge (SEAL) Video As part of our Patient Experience Strategy Welcome Promise, our patients asked us to provide more information about what to expect when coming into hospital.  The Surgical Elective Admissions Lounge (SEAL) video is an informative and comforting...

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Feedback Stands

Last updated on Wednesday, March 13, 2024

The Patient Experience Strategy organises stands both within our hospitals and out in the community, providing opportunities for patients, prospective patients, carers, volunteers, visitors, and staff to share their feedback on enhancing the patient experience at WUTH hospitals. Stay informed ab...

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What type of shoe is best to raise/modify?

Last updated on Wednesday, February 19, 2020

Enclosed shoes with a secure fastening (laces or Velcro) are best suited to be adapted. Shoes with a reasonable sole and heel material depth, a plain wedge-type sole unit of a firm density material, and trainers without air bubbles, are suitable styles. Avoid shoes with welt stitching through th...

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Local Anaesthetic

Last updated on Tuesday, April 10, 2018

A local anaesthetic is a type of painkilling medication that is used to numb areas of the body during some surgical procedures. You stay awake when you have a local anaesthetic but in some cases the local anaesthetic can be combined with sedation. How does local anaesthetic work? Local anae...

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