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.
