What is this information about? The aim of this booklet is to help our patients who have had a distal radius fracture. Here you will find helpful information on recovery and exercises, as well as our contact details should you need any further advice and assistance. What is a distal radius fracture? The radius is one of the two bones …
Read moreDiabetic charcot foot
24th August 2021What is this leaflet about?This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about Diabetic Charcot foot and how to manage it. Diabetic Charcot Foot is also called DCF. This is a complication of diabetes which is very rare, affecting less than 1% of the Diabetic population. We hope that this leaflet will help in addressing all your questions, …
Read moreTrauma and Orthopaedic Unit Level 11 Thomas Kemp Tower
23rd June 2021Information about the wardMatron: Louise Cross. Manager: Helena Stevenson. If you have any concerns or questions during your stay please feel free to speak to your nurse or one of the sister on duty. We are all friendly and approachable so do not hesitate to speak to any member of the team. What should I bring with me when I …
Read moreThe Sussex Trauma Network is looking for patient representatives
15th November 2019Would you like to share your trauma treatment and recovery experience, good or bad?“Trauma creates change you don’t choose. Healing creates change you do choose.” Michele Rosenthal If so we’d love to hear from you. We aim to keep improving our care and the best way for us to learn how to do this is hearing directly from patients, families, …
Read moreDMMO lesser toe correction
6th February 2019What is DMMO? Distal metatarsal minimally invasive osteotomy (DMMO) is the surgical technique used for correcting claw toes and metatarsalgia (pain in the forefoot, most commonly in the ball of the foot). Claw toes can develop in any toe except the big one. A muscle imbalance causes ligaments and tendons to tighten making the toes curl inward. Changing your footwear …
Read moreCorrective surgery of lesser toes
6th February 2019What are hammer and mallet toes? Your toe contains two joints that allow it to bend at the middle and the end. A hammer toe occurs when the middle joint becomes fixed in a downward position (flexed). A mallet toe occurs when the end joint is fixed in a downward position. Some causes of these deformities are tightening of ligaments …
Read moreMinimally invasive Hallux Valgus (bunion) correction
6th February 2019What is hallux valgus? The term hallux valgus means a bunion. This occurs when the big toe joint is leaning into the second toe too much. As the bunion size increases it can start to rub against your shoes causing redness and pain. The foot shape also changes as weight is distributed through the foot differently, increasing foot pain. It …
Read moreHallux rigidus correction
6th February 2019What is hallux rigidus? Arthritis (wear and tear) is the most common cause of hallux rigidus. The arthritis develops in the joints at the base of the big toe, and is caused by the wearing out of the joints surfaces. This can develop in people of all ages. With this condition you can develop inflammation and stiffness, leading to reduced …
Read moreyour guide to xiapex
21st October 2016What is this information about? The aim of this booklet is to provide a guide for patients who are thinking about choosing XIAPEX® as a treatment. The information in this booklet is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please discuss any concerns with your GP or Specialist. Your …
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