Conditions we see as part of our service
- Children and young people with Cerebral Palsy or other neurological conditions.
- Orthopaedic conditions eg: Perthes, Talipes, Erbs Palsy.
- Following orthopaedic surgery eg: tendon lengthening, hip surgery.
- Congenital conditions.
- Gross motor delay, failure to meet milestones.
- Respiratory – chronic productive cough.
- Children under the age of 8 with a musculoskeletal problem.
- Children with coordination difficulties following completion of a school’s pack and indication for referral. A school’s pack can be obtained by contacting the service.
Not offered by this service
- Musculoskeletal problems for children over the age of 8 years old – A referral should be made to Adult Outpatient Physiotherapy.
- Flexible flat feet – A referral should be made to Blatchford Northamptonshire Orthotic &Wheelchair Services NHS Clinic.
- Balance and coordination problems until a school’s pack is completed and a referral indicated. The schools pack can be sent out by contacting the service.