Services Database Carpal Tunnel Service

Service ID

266936

Description

The aim of this service is to issue night splints to patients who are in possession of a voucher provided by their GP.
Service description:

  • to fit and issue a night splint on receipt of a voucher issued by the GP to the patient, with the patient information leaflet;
  • to reinforce the advice as outlined in the leaflet regarding the wearing of the splint; and
  • pharmacies would not be required to hold items in stock (4 sizes, right and left splints).

Location of service

Shropshire LPC

Commissioner

Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG)

Method of commissioning

Source of funding

Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG)

Service type

Musculoskeletal

Other organisations involved

Dates

Start date:
End date:

Status

Decommissioned

Training

Pharmacists must have the ability to measure the wrist and apply the splint.

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