The majority of patients attending the Northern Police Convalescent and Treatment Centres at Harrogate and Aucherarder do so to receive intensive physiotherapy.

Each patient is thoroughly assessed by a physiotherapist on arrival at the centres so as a tailored package of treatment can be developed. Treatment often includes active and passive exercises and postural education. The department takes a proactive approach to treatment but the emphasis is on helping patients to help themselves; patients are encouraged to participate in education and exercise classes and make good use of the facilities, including the hydrotherapy pool and multi-gym. Such work is carefully guided.

Education is an important part of the work of our physiotherapists, who aim to promote self-management and a better understanding of anatomy, injury prevention and maintenance of good health.

All of the physiotherapists at the Northern Police Convalescent and Treatment Centres endeavour to remain up-to-date with current clinical evidence and new treatments. To that end, acupuncture is now offered (where appropriate) at both centres.