What does a Renal Social Worker do and how can they help me?

Nikki Harrison

How to get in touch with the Renal Social Worker If you are having haemodialysis please speak to a member of staff on the haemodialysis unit where you are having your treatment. They can put you in touch with the Haemodialysis Specialist Renal Social Worker who covers your unit. You can get in touch on: mob: 07787 410961 or tel: … Read More

Physiotherapy Neurology Out-patients: Patient Initiated Follow-Up (PIFU) – Information for patients from physiotherapy

Nikki Harrison

Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More

Sound Sensitivity in Children (Hyperacusis)

Nikki Harrison

Introduction This leaflet has been written to provide you with information about sound sensitivity, sometimes referred to as hyperacusis in children.  It includes why children can be sensitive to sounds and way in which you can support and help your child. What is Hyperacusis? This is a term to describe a high level of sensitivity to certain sounds.  Sound sensitivity … Read More

Listening Difficulties in Children – Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)

Nikki Harrison

Introduction This leaflet has been written to provide you with information about listening difficulties that can be experienced by children. Listening difficulties are experienced by many children, especially those who have had glue ear and resultant hearing loss in their formative years. Auditory processing disorder (APD) is a variant of listening difficulty that affects about 3% to 5% of school-aged … Read More

Hull Rainbow Clinic

Nikki Harrison

Downloadable PDF version of this leaflet Rainbow Clinic Pack (PDF, 1.37 MB) This version includes photos of the team and the QR code for the printable form. Accessible text-only version Pregnancy after loss We would firstly like to congratulate you on your pregnancy news! We understand pregnancy after a loss can be a joyful, yet difficult and an anxious time … Read More

Aerobika – Secretion Clearance Device

Nikki Harrison

Introduction This leaflet has been produced to provide instructions on how to effectively clear your chest using the Aerobika secretion clearance device. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your physiotherapist, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have … Read More

Active Cycle of Breathing Technique (ACBT) – Secretion clearance technique

Nikki Harrison

Introduction This leaflet has been produced to provide instructions on how to effectively clear your chest. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and your physiotherapist, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, … Read More

Achilles Tendon Rupture – Information for Patients

Nikki Harrison

Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information about Achilles tendon rupture and its management.  It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with a member of … Read More

Physiotherapy Neurology Outpatients: Patient Initiated Follow-up (PIFU)

Nikki Harrison

Introduction This leaflet has been produced to give you general information. Most of your questions should be answered by this leaflet. It is not intended to replace the discussion between you and the healthcare team, but may act as a starting point for discussion. If after reading it you have any concerns or require further explanation, please discuss this with … Read More