London's Pulse: Medical Officer of Health reports 1848-1972

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Croydon 1961

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Croydon]

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105
In the age group 30-59 years.
1 case of Hemiplegia - making slow progress - Remaining on
books.
1 case of Parkinson's disease - walking after 6 months treatment.
1 case of Leukaemia removed to hospital.
2 cases of Rheumatoid Arthritis - one walking without
assistance after 4 months treatment and one regained the
use of her hands after wax baths.
2 cases of Carcinoma - both died.
In the age group 90 - 95 years.
1 case with fractured Femur - patient had a stroke from which
she did not recover.
1 patient had a fall, then a stroke from which he did not
recover.
1 case of old age - patient is helped to dress and come
downstairs daily - R.O.B.
1 patient had a fall and is being encouraged to walk again.
r. O. b.
1 case of Hemiplegia - had a stroke from which she did not
recover.

M. AND C. W. PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINIC

The following figures relate to the work carried out at the above clinic during the year:-

CoapiaiatNo. of CasesTotal
MF
Bow Legs224
Knock Knees and Plat Feet2611
Valgus Ankles5510
Asthma---
Kyphosis123
Torticollis112
Pigeon-toes415
181735
Total attendances1,004