Physiotherapists are specialists in human movement and injury, who work together with patients to promote return of function. Treatments can consist of 'hands-on' treatment, exercise and complimentary techniques to promote healing. No treatments are used without obtaining patient consent. Physiotherapists also try to prevent problems recurring by giving advice and encouraging appropriate exercise and self-care.  

What training do physiotherapists have?

Physiotherapists have a four year university degree and post graduate training in muscle and joint conditions, orthopaedics, stroke and other areas. During this training over 1000 clinical hours are completed in a variety of different specialities.

All physiotherapists employed in Forth Valley are Chartered Physiotherapists registered with the  Health Professions Council.  

What conditions do physiotherapists see?

Physiotherapists are involved in treating a huge range of conditions in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Outpatient treatment is provided in the physiotherapy departments in Stirling Royal Infirmary, Falkirk and District Royal Infirmary and in 20 health centres across Forth Valley. Common conditions seen in outpatients are

• neck and back pain
• joint problems e.g. injuries, arthritis, pain and swelling
• sports injuries or other acute injuries e.g. sprains
• work related conditions
• after orthopaedic surgery 
• after fractures
• persistent pain
• women's health conditions including ante and post natal care and incontinence
• children's conditions e.g. postural and walking problems and neurological conditions
• adult neurological conditions e.g. stroke, head injury, multiple sclerosis
• cardiac rehabilitation
• chest conditions

Physiotherapists work on the wards in Stirling Royal Infirmary, Falkirk & District Royal Infirmary and in community hospitals across Forth Valley. Common conditions seen in hospital are

• chest conditions
• mobility problems or falling
• after general or orthopaedic surgery
• post natal care
• neurological problems e.g. stroke, head injury, multiple sclerosis
• following amputation
• children's conditions

Community physiotherapy is provided by ReACH (Rehabilitation and Assessment in the Community and at Home), a multi-disciplinary team providing rehabilitation across Forth Valley for over 16 year olds at home. 

Primary Care physiotherapists provide a service to adults with learning disabilities, mental health problems and to the elderly within Stirling Royal Infirmary, Falkirk and District Royal Infirmary, community hospitals, day centres or patients' homes across Forth Valley. 

How do I get referred to a physiotherapist?

You can be referred to outpatient physiotherapy by a GP in Forth Valley,  a hospital consultant or other health professionals.    

Links

Contact details

Stirling Community Hospital Physiotherapy DepartmentStirling Community Hospital
Livilands
Stirling
FK8 2AU

Tel - 01786 434061
Fax - 01786 450588

Forth Valley Royal Hospital Physiotherapy DepartmentForth Valley Royal Hospital
Stirling Road
Larbert
FK5 4WR

Tel - 01324 566000

ReACH  (Rehabilitation and Assessment in the Community and at Home)  

Hut 9 (Old Ward 3)
Falkirk Community Hospital
Majors Loan
Falkirk
FK1 5QE

01324 677572
01324 677572

Primary/Community Care Service

Physiotherapy Department
Lochview
Stirling Road
Larbert
FK5 4SE

Tel - 01324 574359
Fax - 01324 574346