We provide physiotherapy as part of a team of health and social care professionals who support adults who have been diagnosed with a learning disability and are unable to access mainstream physiotherapy services with reasonable adjustments.

Physiotherapy Technical Instructor (TI) support staff are also part of the team, supporting the physiotherapists in their assessments and interventions.

Physiotherapists can:

• assess movement, strength and physical ability
• support people with physical difficulties or health conditions
• help improve activity, mobility and independence in everyday life
• Support 24 hour postural management
• Monitor and treat respiratory needs

Where to find us

This service is available in Northern Trust Adult Centres and community locations. This may also include a person’s own home (including supported living and care homes) or outpatient departments as required.

How to contact us

Your physiotherapist will provide you with the local department contact details at your first appointment.

How to access the service

We accept referrals from a range of medical and health care professionals including staff in adult centres, supported living and care homes.

Useful resources

GOV.UK – Let’s Get Moving (PDF, 5.2 MB)
NHS – Learning Disability Fitness Activity Pack (PDF, 869KB)