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Physiotherapy-led
exercise class (1 of 3)
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This physiotherapy-led exercise class is offered to you
to help your rehabilitation, speed up your recovery and
get you home quicker.
What does the class involve?
• balance exercises
• arm and leg movement/stretching exercises
• arm and leg strengthening
• Tai chi breathing exercises
• group activities
• advice on staying fit and healthy.
All exercises will be done whilst you are sitting in a
chair. Men and women will take part in the classes.
What are the benefits to me?
• improved joint health and increased joint
movement
• improved muscular strength
• improved balance
• improved sleep
• social interaction
• improved mood and motivation
• reduced anxiety
• improved mental health and wellbeing
• reduced risk of osteoporosis.
Author: Helen Spencer
Role: Physiotherapist
Date written: December 2009
Review date: January 2013
Version: 1.0
Code: PI0474
Durrington Suite
01722 336262 ext 3172
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Salisbury District Hospital, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP2 8BJ
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Physiotherapy led exercise group (2 of 3)
Who runs the group?
The Durrington Ward physiotherapist and two therapy assistants run the
exercise classes.
Who can attend the exercise session?
If you are reading this leaflet it means that you have been selected by
the physiotherapist as a suitable candidate to take part in this kind of
rehabilitation.
Before and after some of the exercise classes, you will be assessed by
the physiotherapist to see if taking part in the class has had a positive
impact on your balance and mobility.
You will not be able to take part in the exercise class until you have been
assessed by the doctor and physiotherapist. This assessment will be
reviewed weekly, before the class.
The maximum attendance at any one session is 8 patients. There is no
limit to the number of classes you may attend whilst you are a patient on
this ward.
When and where will the classes be held?
The classes will be held every Friday afternoon from 3.15pm till 4pm
in the Day Room on Durrington Ward. You should be back to your
bedspace by 4.15pm.
How will I get there?
The nursing staff will be told the day before as to who will be attending
the exercise class. If you need some help getting to and from the class,
this will be given to you, either by helping you walk to the class or by
using a wheelchair if necessary.
If possible, please make sure that you are ready to begin and have been
to the toilet by 3pm, so allowing the session to start on time.
Durrington Suite
01722 336262 ext 3172
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Salisbury District Hospital, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP2 8BJ
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Physiotherapy led exercise group (3 of 3)
Will I still have individual physiotherapy if I attend the class?
Yes. You will still be seen individually by the physiotherapist for
exercises and education specific to your needs.
Record of attendance
So that you and your family are aware when you took part in this group
exercise, the following table will be completed after each session you
attend. It is also a record of any future sessions that have been planned
for you.
Date Attended? Feedback Signed
Goals for rehabilitation
In order for us to be able to tailor the class to suit your needs, please list
here three goals you want to achieve by attending the class:
1.
2.
3.
Durrington Suite
01722 336262 ext 3172
© Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust
Salisbury District Hospital, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP2 8BJ
www.salisbury.nhs.uk