Orthopaedic Access Service

Rapid access physiotherapy led clinic for patients with spinal, shoulder, knee or foot/ankle problems which are less likely to require surgical intervention.These clinics run on a cyclical timetable and average:

• One spinal clinic per month
• Two shoulder clinics per month
• Three knee clinics per month
• Twp foot & ankle clinics per month

The OAS clinics run alongside orthopaedic surgeon clinics so there is access to a surgeon if required.

Facilitate, non-surgical management of suitable patients in consultation with the patient, the General Practitioner and community based public/private health services.