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Orthopaedics

Welcome to the Orthopaedic Department at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust (CHFT). The literal translation of orthopaedics is “straight child” (from ortho – straight, and paed – child). We are dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality care for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, helping our patients regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve their quality of life.

Our expert team of orthopaedic consultants, highly skilled nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and plaster technicians work together to deliver personalised treatment plans. We are committed to clinical excellence, patient-centred care, and continuous improvement in our services.

Trauma

We provide urgent and effective care for patients who have sustained musculoskeletal injuries due to accidents or falls. Our dedicated trauma service is equipped to manage a wide range of acute conditions, from simple fractures to complex multi-ligament injuries. Our team works tirelessly to assess, diagnose, and provide timely surgical and non-surgical interventions, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our trauma patients.

Elective

For patients requiring planned surgical interventions to address chronic conditions, degenerative diseases, or long-term musculoskeletal issues, our elective orthopaedic service offers a comprehensive range of procedures. This includes:

  • Joint Replacements: Providing relief from arthritis and significant joint pain.
  • Soft Tissue Surgery: Surgical repair or reconstruction of damaged tendons or ligaments to restore limb function.
  • Upper Limb Surgery: Addressing conditions of the shoulder, elbow, wrist, and hand.
  • Lower Limb Surgery: Including foot and ankle procedures.

We are proud to offer our orthopaedic services across both of our main hospital sites: Calderdale Royal Hospital (CRH) in Halifax and Huddersfield Royal Infirmary (HRI) in Huddersfield. This cross-site approach ensures that we can provide specialised care closer to home for our diverse community.

  • Huddersfield Royal Infirmary (HRI): Our primary hub for trauma care and emergency orthopaedic admissions.
  • Calderdale Royal Hospital (CRH): Our dedicated site for elective (planned) orthopaedic surgery and inpatient recovery.

Our team works across both sites, bringing their specialised expertise to patients throughout the region. We strive for seamless care pathways, regardless of which site you attend, ensuring you receive consistent and high-quality treatment from diagnosis through to rehabilitation.