Outcome of a combined physiotherapy and podiatry haemophilia clinic: patient perceptions and the effect on ankle bleeds and joint health

Abstract

The ankle joint is the most common site of bleeding for people with haemophilia (PWH) in the developed world. Recent surveys suggest that PWH do not always have access to non-surgical musculoskeletal interventions and that when provided; there is considerable heterogeneity in clinical practice.

Keywords

• haemophilia a
• haemophilia b
• physical therapy specialty
• podiatry
• interdisciplinary study
• foot orthoses