Orthotics (surgical appliances)

As of 1 February 2025 the Orthotics Service at QVH is provided by Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust and Here.

The service provides specialist orthotics to outpatients referred by their treating clinician or GP.

Patients are assessed by trained orthotists and supported by site-based appliance officers. The service includes the supply and fitting of orthopaedic footwear, insoles, shoe adaptations and a range ankle/foot orthoses, spinal/abdominal supports, splints, surgical collars and specialist support/compression stockings.

Referrals are accepted from the following sources:

  • Hospital consultant or specialist team
  • Allied Health Professional
  • GP

Referrals from GPs or other health professionals can be made at via email to sc-tr.MSKHealth.EastGrinsteadOrthotics@nhs.net

For more information you can also call the Surgical Appliance Officer on 01342 414509.

Page last updated: 27 March 2025.

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