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Lung Health Monitoring
We provide a range of assessments to monitor and support your lung health, including:
- Spirometry to measure lung function.
- Sputum sampling to identify Where necessary, this may include sputum induction using nebulised saline.
Inhaled Therapy Support
Our team offers guidance on starting and managing inhaled and nebulised treatments. This includes advice on correct technique and equipment use.
Airway Clearance Techniques
We regularly review your airway clearance methods to ensure they remain effective, comfortable and tailored to your needs.
Oxygen Assessment and Support
We assess whether oxygen therapy is appropriate and provide support with equipment setup, safe use and ongoing management.
Exercise Support
Exercise plays an important role in maintaining health and quality of life. We offer:
- Personalised exercise advice
- Exercise testing, including:
- Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET): assesses how your heart, lungs and muscles respond to activity
- Six Minute Walk Test (6MWT): measures your endurance and helps track changes over time
- Strength testing
- Access to virtual individual and group exercise sessions, including Yoga, to support flexibility, strength and respiratory health
Pelvic Health Physiotherapy
Our pelvic health specialists provide assessment and treatment for both men and women experiencing:
- Bladder or bowel issues
- Menopause related symptoms
- Pregnancy and postnatal recovery
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Our musculoskeletal (MSK) team provides expert assessment and treatment for a wide range of MSK problems that may impact your daily activities or physical fitness. We assess all MSK and orthopaedic concerns, including joint pain, soft tissue injuries, arthritis, persistent pain, and sports related injuries. We also offer guidance on bone health and safe return to activity following injury.
Inpatient Physiotherapy Service
We have a dedicated physiotherapy team for people with cystic fibrosis, non-CF bronchiectasis and primary ciliary dyskinesia. Everyone admitted to the ward receives a full physiotherapy assessment, followed by regular sessions during their stay.
Your physiotherapy sessions will focus on helping you clear your airways, stay physically active, and use inhaled or nebulised treatments safely and effectively. We encourage daily exercise to help you stay strong throughout your admission. Physiotherapy is available every day, including weekends, provided by staff who are experienced in CF care.
Our musculoskeletal specialists are also available to provide assessment and treatment as needed.
Outpatient Physiotherapy Service
Clinic Reviews
Regular reviews at each visit—face-to-face or virtual—to keep your physiotherapy plan up to date.
Annual Physiotherapy Assessment
A detailed yearly review to help set personalised goals and ensure all aspects of your care are covered.
Physiotherapy Clinics
Treatment advice and support in a physiotherapy lead clinic: including airway clearance, home oxygen, inhaled therapies and exercise. This can be in person, via video or telephone.
MSK Physiotherapy Clinic
We accept self-referrals to our service for any new or ongoing MSK problem.
Contact Us
Outpatient Physiotherapy Team
Telephone: 0161 291 2017