Patient Information Leaflets
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Baker's Cyst
Explains how symptoms can be managed and / or treated for a Baker’s cyst? Also called a popliteal cyst, it is a fluid-filled swelling that can develop behind the knee.
Read moreBase of thumb arthritis
Explains what the condition is and outlines treatment options for those diagnosed with base of thumb arthritis
Read moreBilateral (both legs) amputee exercises
Exercises designed to increase your muscle strength and maintain the movement in your joints
Read moreBlock Safe
Safety advice following a regional anaesthetic block (a numb arm/leg) during surgery.
Read moreBone health and osteoporosis
Explains importance of looking out for signs of weakened bones due to osteoporosis - and how to self-refer to The Fracture Liaison Service
Read moreBone health and osteoporosis
Explains importance of looking out for signs of weakened bones due to osteoporosis - and how to self-refer to The Fracture Liaison Service
Read moreBroken bones in children
Aims to answer some of the most frequently asked questions when a child has a broken a bone – also called fractures
Read moreBroken bones in children: A short guide for parents
Aims to answer some of the questions that you or your child may have about managing a broken bone, once you have left hospital
Read moreBuckle fracture of the radius discharge advice
Advice on managing a buckle fracture of the forearm bone, including removal of the splint at home
Read moreBuddy strapping discharge advice
Advice for those advised to buddy strap fingers following a finger or hand fracture
Read moreCannulated screw fixation advice and exercises
Advice for patients who have had a cannulated screw fixation following a fractured neck of femur (hip fracture)
Read moreCaring for your child in a hip abduction brace
Advice for parents/carers of a child when they are wearing a hip abduction brace – a device to help hold the hips in the correct position
Read moreCaring for your child with developmental hip dysplasia
Advice for parents and carers of a child who has a dislocation of the hip that is associated with developmental hip dysplasia
Read moreCarpal tunnel decompression surgery aftercare advice
Gives post-operative advice following carpal tunnel decompression surgery
Read moreCast care checklist for use in the community
Checklist for staff or relatives looking after patients in a cast, usually to immobilise a fracture (break) while it heals
Read moreCast removal aftercare advice
Information and advice following removal of a cast to stabilise a limb
Read moreCaudal epidural steroid injection
Explains what happens during a procedure to inject a corticosteroid drug into your back
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