Hereford Times - 14th January 2016 - Page 46

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Transcription 46 THE HEREFORD TIMES Thursday, January 14, 2016
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provides expert Nursing
Care with luxury
accomodation and fine
dining, they also provide ‘_
specialist physiotherapy, , .
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? developed expert Neuro
' physiotherapy team
keeping people active
for longer “Whether
that providing
a ‘ rehabilitation following
‘a stay in hospital, following a stroke or for ongoing
treatment with conditions such as osteoarthritis and
cardiovascular conditions.”
Often there will be more than one condition so the
team including Neuro physiotherapists, nurses and
the activity coordinator will then use their expertise
tjodevelop a programme that helps improve mobilit
function and general well being.
The benefits of physiotherapy for people living in
{care homes are immeasurable; many people have
either regained their mobility such as Mrs Isabelle
Fox: or others who have seen a vast improvement
in their mobility.
This not only improves physical well-being but
also emotional well being. A number
7 of people have also returned home following
a suecessful period of reablement.
Keeping bones, joints and muscles in good working
order, improving cardiovasCular health through exercise ;
and developing muscle strength and balance play a
vital role in preventing falls and future ill health and
deterioration that often leads. to hospital admission.
.' For a brochure or more details about Highwell
House and the benefits of physiotherapy contact
VTrudi Barnett 01885 488282
wwwherefordshirecarehomes . co. u k
32 Highwell Lane, Bromyard HR7 4DG
Tel 01885 488721
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