Hints from the Health Department. Leaflet from the archive of the Society of Medical Officers of Health. Credit: Wellcome Collection, London
[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Croydon]
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In the age group 40-59 years.
3 cases of hemiplegia-1 recovered-1 died-1 no change.
1 case of Parkinson's disease-improved.
1 case of Chronic Arthritis-improved.
In the age group 90-94 years.
2 cases of hemiplegia - Re-admitted to hospital-1 at
request of relatives-other after
second stroke.
1 case with fractured femur-walking well.
M. AND C. W. PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINIC
The following figures relate to the work carried out at the above clinic during the year:-
Complaint | No. of Cases | Total | |
---|---|---|---|
M | F | ||
Bow Legs | 6 | 4 | 10 |
Knock Knees and Plat Peet | 7 | 6 | 13 |
Valgus Ankles | 3 | 5 | 8 |
Asthma | 1 | - | 1 |
Kyphosis | - | - | - |
Torticollis | - | - | - |
Pigeon-toes | 5 | 4 | 9 |
22 | 19 | 41 |
Total attendances 1,305