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CHAIRS Getting up Sitting down WALKING If you have been told NOT to put any weight on injured leg: If you have been told you CAN put some weight on injured leg:

First Aid for Seizures If you have had one seizure, you and your relatives may be worried about what to do if you have another. Take the time to read this leaflet ad show it to your friends and relatives so they can help you if you do have another seizure. If someone has a […]

The diagnosis of a small fracture (or break) of the radial head or neck of your elbow has been made at your visit to the A&E Department / Walk-In Centre. This injury will almost always heal up well and no specific treatment is likely. You will have been provided with an arm sling. This will […]

The plaster will take up to 48 hours to dry, so please treat it carefully until then. Do’s Don’ts If you plaster cracks or goes soft – come back to the Plaster Room for repairs between 8:00am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday. Come back to hospital immediately if: REMEMBER If you have problems with your […]

What does vaginal bleeding and pain mean for me? Why does pain and/or bleeding happen? What tests will be done? In A&E: Will I get a Scan? What should I do if I have more pain or bleeding? If you have heavy bleeding, severe pain in your abdomen, pain in your shoulder, dizziness or fainting, […]

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

ENT DEPARTMENT, FREEMAN HOSPITAL, FREEMAN ROAD, NEWCASTLE, NE7 7DN Immediately following an injury to your nose there is often swelling, and it can be difficult to assess if it is twisted on one side. The Doctor/Emergency Nurse Practitioner treating you in the Emergency Department/ Minor Injury Unit will check for any immediate complications as a […]

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

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

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 […]