Resources

Information about surgery and aftercare for an open fracture which is a broken bone that has come through the skin.

Information about what happens after attending the major trauma service.

A questionnaire for patients on wrist evaluation asking about symptoms and ability to perform certain activities.

A questionnaire for patients on the ability to perform certain activities with your hands.

Information about the operation and recovery following a broken hip.

Hand Service

This information is for people who have had a major trauma and are being cared for by the Major Trauma Team at the Royal Sussex County Hospital. It includes information about where you will be cared for and who will be caring for you; pain management; your emotions; what will happen if you need more rehabilitation after you have left this hospital and where you can get further help and support.

Information on how to get involved in the Sussex Trauma Network as a patient representative.

Information about a stay in the Trauma and Orthopaedic Unit, Royal Sussex County Hospital.

Information on Level 11 West.