Patient Information

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Specialist clinical support services

A full range of support services including counselling, complementary therapies and the Cancer Recovery Programme means the Hospital is able offer a holistic approach to cancer treatment.

 

Click on the links where available below to download a pdf brochure.

 

Service

Contact details / downloads

 

 

Alternative therapy services

We have a range of highly experienced Therapists associated with the Therapy Department for the provision of complementary therapies such as reflexology, aromatherapy, massage, chakra (treatment of energy centres in the body) and energy healing. Acupuncture, Clinical Pilates and electrotherapy are provided by State Registered Physiotherapists to ensure that the highest standard of evidence based practice is used.

 

 

physiotherapy@cromwellhospital.com
+44 (0) 20 7460 5749

Cancer Recovery Programme

The Hospital’s innovative Cancer Recovery Programme, a finalist in a major healthcare award in 2007, was developed to deliver supportive care to patients leaving hospital to help them return to normal life as soon as possible. This Programme improves the quality of life for cancer patients during and after treatment through specialist rehabilitation and recovery support.

 

 

crp@cromwellhospital.com
+44 (0)20 7460 5749

 

Cancer Recovery Programme (PDF)

Counselling Service

Support is available for not only our patients but also family members and carers.

 

 

counselling.service@cromwellhospital.com
+44 (0)20 7460 5625

Lymphoedema Service

Offers specialised treatment for the management of lymphoedema.

 

physiotherapy@cromwellhospital.com
+44 (0)20 7460 5749

 

Lymphoedema Service (PDF)

Breast Care Nurse

The Hospital employs a fully trained breast care nurse to offer support and advice.

 

breastcare.nurse@cromwellhostpital.com
+44 (0)20 7460 5890 or
+44 (0)20 7460 2000 bleep 21

 

Breast Care Nurse (PDF)

Massage Therapy

An ancient form of healing which is helpful for people undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy to relax, alleviate tension and stress, and improve body comfort.

 

 

physiotherapy@cromwellhospital.com
+44 (0)20 7460 5749

 

Massage Therapy (PDF)

Nutrition and Dietetic Service

Our qualified dieticians advise on the appropriate dietary requirements of cancer patients.

 

dietitians@cromwellhospital.com
+44 (0)20 7460 5566

 

Nutrition and Dietetic Service (PDF)

 

Palliative care nurse

Macmillan palliative Care Nurse offering advice and help with pain and symptom management issues. Long term support arrangements and referrals to community teams.

 

 

palliative.care@cromwellhospital.com
+44 (0)20 7460 5992 ext 7151

Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy

We have a specialist Oncology Physiotherapist available for both inpatient and outpatient appointments. Rehabilitation programmes are tailored to suit individual needs by the appropriate specialist therapist and are available at any stage of your cancer treatment and recovery. 

 

Our Occupational Therapists can assess the home environment to ensure a smooth transition from the Hospital to the home.  Additionally they can assist in organising care in the community should this be required.

 

physiotherapy@cromwellhospital.com
+44 (0)20 7460 5749