Our physiotherapist and occupational therapists are on hand to support patients on the In-Patient Unit, being cared for by the Hospice at Home team and using Martlets Day Services.
Who We Are
“Physiotherapy is now recognised as an essential service in Palliative Care. Patients find it very empowering as it can help them regain control, whether that is managing pain or breathlessness.” explained Ruth, Senior Physiotherapist at the Martlets.
“I’m often the link between the Martlets and a patient’s home. I’ll assess the home environment to ensure the patient will be able to have the best quality of life there, I can provide equipment and aids to assist the carers, or to allow the patient to be more independent.” Heidi, Senior Occupational Therapist told us.
The Rehabilitation Team
Our senior occupational therapist, senior physiotherapist and rehabilitation assistant offer one to one appointments for patients and carers on Wednesdays as part of the Martlets Day Services. They provide advice and support on:
- Mobility/transfer assessment
- Provision of appropriate aids and equipment
- Advice on fatigue management
- Advice on breathlessness management
- Advice on exercise programmes and activity levels
- Advice on home adaptations
- Stair assessments
Get in Touch
For more information on the Rehabilitation Service call the Palliative Care Partnership on 01273 273400.
The Martlets is working with the Sussex Community NHS Trust to provide the Palliative Care Partnership. The Partnership is based at the Hospice and gives people affected by serious life limiting illness one phone number to call for help and advice when they need it.