We offer Physiotherapy to babies, children and young people aged 0-25 (as appropriate). Our babies, children and young people may have a variety of symptoms as a result of their serious or terminal condition and often benefit from Physiotherapy programmes including manual handling reviews and chest clearance programmes.

Rainbows at Lark Rise, there are two registered Physiotherapists who work across seven days of the week alongside the multi-disciplinary team to support the development and delivery of individual care plans. Our Physiotherapy service can be provided as part of a short break at Rainbows, managing symptoms for end-of-life admissions or as an outpatient.

Families can access expert advice and support on Physiotherapy as part of the baby, child or young person’s on-going care – this could include positioning, equipment and treatment. We also ensure that all appropriate resources are available and we will liaise with other healthcare professionals involved in the care of the baby, child or young person.

Benefits of Physiotherapy in Palliative Care:

      • Delivery of integrated care through joint working with a child’s lead physiotherapists and wider multi-disciplinary teams
      • Management of the symptoms of the varied conditions of children and young people:
        o Reduces breathing difficulties, for example shortness of breath
        o Alleviates discomfort from stiff joints, spasms and muscle pain
        o Helps prevent development of future problems
        o Helps restore or maintain physical movement and function
        o Aids pain control