Written question asked by Cheryl Gillan (Conservative) on Monday, 7 December 2015, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 10 December 2015 (named day). It was answered by George Freeman (Conservative) on Thursday, 10 December 2015 on behalf of the Department of Health.
Muscular Dystrophy: Hydrotherapy
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Health, if he will take steps to improve access for patients with muscular dystrophy to hydrotherapy services.
- Answer
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NHS England is responsible for commissioning specialised neurological services, which includes services for patients with neuromuscular disorders. NHS England has published a service specification for neurological care, which sets out what providers must have in place to offer evidence-based, safe and effective services. The specification can be found at the following link:
www.england.nhs.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/d04-neurosci-spec-neuro.pdf
Specialised neuromuscular care may include referral to local physiotherapy, hydrotherapy or rehabilitation if appropriate, however the commissioning of hydrotherapy services is a matter for local clinical commissioning groups. There are no plans to conduct a national review of hydrotherapy provision.
Secondary information
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- Written question
- Reference
- 18884
- Session
- 2015-16
- Grouped for answer
- Yes
- Subjects
- Medical treatments Muscular dystrophy Hydrotherapy
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