Adult Congenital Heart Physiotherapist – Louisa Nielsen (based at Southampton).

The adult congenital heart Physiotherapist provides support to optimise surgical recovery before, during and after major heart surgery. Supporting you in preparation for surgery is core to improve your recovery and outcomes, ultimately allowing you to return home sooner and re-engage with physical activity. The Physiotherapist takes a holistic approach to provide you with advise and resources including activity participation, respiratory management, diet, wellbeing, smoking cessation and stress management.
If you feel you would benefit from this service please speak to your adult congenital clinical nurse specialist.