Patient information leaflets
Our Aims
We aim to promote physical health, independence and general well-being of Adults who are receiving support and treatment through NHS Borders Mental Health Services.
Who we work with
We work with patients, linking with families and support staff, with the patient's consent, when it is appropriate.
Who is in the team?
We have 1 full time Physiotherapist and 1 part time Physiotherapist and a Physiotherapy Assistant Practitioner
What we provide
We provide a service to Patients within East Brig ward, Huntlyburn, Lindean and Borders Specialist Dementia Unit. We also see a small number of patients in other community settings. In community settings we may deliver some of our advice by telephone or by Video appointment ( Near Me) or
where it is appropriate we may see you directly. In the community you may be asked to attend a health centre or other location to be seen for your Physiotherapy appointment.
We do a Holistic assessment followed by individual advice, education or interventions. This might include one of the following:
- Advice and exercise programmes relating to falls prevention
- Exercise programmes for wellbeing; and advice on physical activities based on individual strengths and interests
- Specific Physiotherapy treatment techniques including breathing exercises and relaxation
- Group-work, including Adapted Tai Chi or falls prevention classes
- Mobility Equipment assessment and prescription
- Moving and handling advice
- Seating/Wheelchair assessment/Postural management advice
- Joint work with other health and social care staff where appropriate eg Orthotics referral/ Joint work with Social Work Occupational Therapist/ Home care staff
- Advice and information for carers / family and support staff.
- Signposting to community exercise opportunities that may help both your mental and physical health- self management advice