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A subcutaneous injection is given into the subcutaneous fat under the skin. The skin is made up of different layers. Underneath the epidermis and dermis, which contains sweat glands and hair follicles, is a layer of fat. This is the area which subcutaneous injections are given. Why do I need subcutaneous injection? Some medicines work […]

Every year hundreds of older people fall and hurt themselves. Falling at home can result in serious injury and being admitted to hospital. In the UK falls are a major cause of disability and death, due to injury in older people aged 75 and over. Most falls can be prevented. You have recently had a […]

The diagnosis of an elbow injury causing fluid in the joint (an effusion), but no definite fracture, has been made at your A&E Department / Walk-in Centre visit. You will have been provided with an arm sling. This will hold your arm in a comfortable position for the first few days. Gradually, wean yourself from […]

First Aid At hospital, your burn will be dressed with an appropriate dressing if necessary. Do’s Don’ts Return to A&E as soon as possible if:

We think that it is alright for you to leave hospital now. We have checked your symptoms and you seem well on the road to recovery. When you get home, it is very unlikely that you will have any further problems. But, if any of the following symptoms do return, we suggest you come back, […]

The diagnosis of a fracture, on the outer border of your foot, has been made at you’re A&E Department / Walk-in Centre visit. You will have been provided with crutches and a splint to your foot and ankle. You will be advised to keep the affected foot elevated as mush as possible, and weight bear […]

The diagnosis of a fracture, at the base of your finger near to the knuckle, has been made at you’re A&E Department / Walk-in Centre visit. You will have been provided with buddy strapping to the fingers and a wrist (Futura) splint. This should been worn for the next 3-4 weeks. This type of injury […]

Soft tissue injury of ankle or foot A soft tissue injury is an injury to the muscle, ligament or tendon. It is usually caused by overstretching of the soft tissues. Recovery can take from 2 to 6 weeks and sometimes longer. It may become more bruised and swollen over the next few days. This is […]

Discharge instructions for pyelonephritis You have been seen in the same day emergency care (SDEC) / emergency department today and told that you have a kidney infection. This is called pyelonephritis. What is a kidney Infection A kidney infection is a painful bacterial infection of one or both of your kidneys. It is caused by […]

Soft Tissue Injuries to the Hand or Wrist A soft tissue injury is an injury to the muscle, ligament or tendon. It is usually caused by overstretching of the soft tissue which can be followed by pain, swelling, reduced movement and difficulty walking. Full recovery from soft tissue injuries can take up to six weeks. […]