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ABOUT US

Our intensive rehabilitation programmes are designed to return a patient to independence quickly, and to keep time spent in hospital to a minimum.

Patients and their families are fully involved in planning and monitoring their own rehabilitation in partnership with our multidisciplinary nursing and therapy teams employing the latest treatment methods and technology.

Our comprehensive package of post-trauma care for patients and their families helps to accelerate recovery. Private accommodation is provided on site so that family can remain close by.

The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital has been specialising in post-operative rehabilitation for over 20 years. We work in partnership with consultants from The National Spinal Injuries Centre at Stoke Mandeville Hospital, and other major London hospitals.

Our well equipped facilities include three gyms, a hydrotherapy pool, 20 treatment and therapy rooms, 40 ensuite bedrooms, and the latest technology.

We work with private insurers and the NHS and accept private referrals from the UK and abroad.

“At The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital, state-of-the-art medical care, new treatment methods, advances in research and technological innovations translate directly into an improved quality of life for our patients.” Maurizio Belci, Consultant in Spinal Cord Injuries

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THE CONDITIONS WE TREAT INCLUDE:

EARLY INDEPENDENCE

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“Goals are achieved more quickly and e!ectively because of the flexible and personal approach.” Brian Gardener, Consultant in Spinal Cord Injuries

Our high quality intensive rehabilitation programmes and expertise enable patients to return to maximum independence as quickly as possible. Our rehabilitation specialists deliver a complete range of services including multi-disciplinary assessments, individual in-patient programmes, outpatient treatment and follow-up services. This includes skills honing and top-up rehabilitation for patients who need to brush up on skills or learn new ones.

Medico-legal assessmentsBowel and bladder managementCalliper trainingFertility adviceFunctional electrical stimulationHydrotherapyMobilisation after surgeryOccupational therapyPhysiotherapyPsychology input

Speech and language therapySplintingTeaching activities for daily livingWheelchair and seating assessmentsWound and pressure care.

SPINAL CORD INJURY AND OTHER NEUROLOGICAL REHABILITATION

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“Patients take an active role in the treatment and functional restoration process and are actively encouraged and empowered to participate in the medical decision-making process.” Maurizio Belci, Consultant in Spinal Cord Injuries

COMPLEX LONG TERM CONDITIONS We have introduced a new service for adults with complex needs that includes respite and long term care. By merging skills and expertise with our sister facility Kings Lodge Centre for Complex Needs (www.kingslodge-redhill.co.uk), together we are able to care for over 100 adults with a wider range of complex spinal and neurological conditions.

We recognise that a number of these patients have specific needs that can’t be met in a hospital or general nursing home.

Our service provides a nursing and therapy skill set that gives patients a better standard and quality of life, and combats social isolation.

SERVICES INCLUDE:

diagnosis/care elements

swallowing di"culties or high nursing needs due to tissue viability issues.

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PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES

Facilities We have modern, spacious facilities including three rehabilitation gymnasiums equipped with modern technology, an 8.5m hydrotherapy pool with assessment areas, and 20 private consulting and therapy rooms. Our 40 en-suite bedrooms have direct dial telephone, satellite television and wireless internet access.

Patient Services Our friendly sta! are on hand to help at all times. We o!er a varied menu with a variety of quality choices to reflect a full range of cultures and tastes including Halal and vegetarian diets.

Private Family Accommodation and Activities Private apartments with self catering are available on site, to provide both privacy for families and close proximity to their loved ones.

On request we can arrange; collection to and from airports, interpreter services, chau!eured cars, shopping, sightseeing and cultural trips.

(leading UK designer outlet) and Milton Keynes shopping centre. We are also near to Oxford, Cambridge and many other places of interest.

We are in walking distance of Aylesbury’s historic centre, shopping and retail facilities, churches and mosque.

Referrals In-patients are admitted under the care of a specialist consultant. A medical report or letter of referral is required from the patient’s consultant, GP or case manager.

OUTPATIENTS

A full range of rehabilitation services are available including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, hydrotherapy, seating clinics, and rehabilitation assessments.

Conditions we treat include:

SpinalLow back painLumbagoSlipped discSti! or locked neckBack pain during pregnancyRepeated back painTreatment needed following spinal surgery

NeurologicalStrokesMultiple sclerosisHeadachesBell’s palsy

Soft Tissue (Sprains and Strains)Hamstring strainsAchilles tendon strainsCartilage tearsGolfer’s/tennis elbow

Joints/BonesFracturesJoint surgeryArthritis/sti! jointsPain management services.

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‘THE MOST BEAUTIFUL HOSPITAL IN ENGLAND’The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital was built in 1862. The attractive Grade II listed building was the first civilian hospital to incorporate the design ideas of Florence Nightingale who said: “It will be the most beautiful hospital in England”. Lord Rothschild laid the foundation stone for the new rear wing in 1905. The ‘Royal’ status was added after the future King Edward VII was treated here.

LOCATION

The Royal Buckinghamshire Hospital is located in the heart of Aylesbury and is well connected for central London, Heathrow and other major airports, the national road and rail network.

Aylesbury has excellent shopping and leisure facilities and we are five minutes from The National Spinal Injuries Centre at Stoke Mandeville Hospital.

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