Kathryn Sykes

Stroke Specialist Occupational Therapist

[Stockport Stroke Team @HasuHill]

Celebrated World Stroke Day today by raising stroke awareness with exercises, free bp checks, qr scans, handing out FAST leaflets and sweet treats. Special thanks to Ward A10, HASU ED and Ward E1 staff for all the hard work. Extra special thanks to @TheStrokeAssoc .

[Stockport Stroke Team @HasuHill]

A few photos from the most recent a Stroke Study Days held last June 2 and 4, 2025. Many thanks to @TheStrokeAssoc for the inspirational talk from stroke survivor Peter. Thanks as well to our stroke therapy team, orthotics, SALT, Dietetics and our clinical pyschologist Dr. Chan.

[Stockport Stroke Team @HasuHill]

We had a great time at the @GMNISDN conference last week. Kirsten and Alice presented their quality improvement poster on ‘Integrating cardiovascular fitness into the lower limb intensity group to improve maximal aerobic fitness’ and it WON first prize 🏆

[Stockport Stroke Team @HasuHill]

Physio's Hannah & Megan and OT Emma pledge to "support & encourage the Therapy Team to increase intensity of motor rehab on the Stroke Unit." Reps, Reps, Reps! Imroving outcomes for Stroke Survivors #AHPDay2024

[Stockport Stroke Team @HasuHill]

Physio's Siobhán & Kirsty pledge to "continue developing our skills in evidence based practice and support the training of the Stroke MDT to ensure all patients have the best chance to rebuild their lives after Stroke." #AHPday2024 #AHPDay

[Kathryn Sykes @katsykes78]

The awesome group of AHP's I work with at @StockportNHS #AHPday2024 #AHPCommunity

[Kathryn Sykes @katsykes78]

So proud to support this amazing team to do their vital work. Celebrating AHP Day with the best! #AHPDay #AHPDay2024

[Stockport Stroke Team @HasuHill]

We are ready to celebrate the amazing work our AHP's on the Stroke Therapy Team do helping rebuild lives after Stroke. Happy AHP Day! #AHPDay2024

[Fiona Bush @FionaBushBIOS]

Our Orthoptist Sarah showing what a difference Orthoptists make in stroke care. Stepping Hill’s Transformation Event & catching up with our AHP colleagues from OT amongst others ⁦@BIOS_Orthoptics⁩ ⁦@GMNISDN⁩ ⁦@HasuHill⁩ ⁦⁦@f1205akhtar⁩

[Stockport Stroke Team @HasuHill]

Stroke Therpy enjoyed the Transformation Celebration today. Showcasing the transformation work to manage shoulder pain and increase intensity. Collaboration across ITT, TOC, ASC & CNRS to improve discharge pathways. Also showcasing great work from CNRS & Critical care therapists

[Stockport Stroke Team @HasuHill]

Stroke Therapy Team joined the In Patient Therapy, Falls Prevention mobile Roadshow. Highlighting the importance of mobility and activity to reduce decontioning and prevent in-patient falls. MDT collaboration in action. #fallsprevention @StockportNHS @StockportPtExp @Ward_E1

[Kathryn Sykes @katsykes78]

So pleased to have been involved in the development of an Othoptics Pathway for Stoke patients at @StockportNHS Amazing that the patients will have this specialist support and @HasuHill team can't wait to benefit from Othoptics expertise to support patient rehab. @mandphysiocouk

[Stockport NHS FT @StockportNHS]

Local stroke patients will now receive enhanced care due to the launch of our new specialist orthoptist service. https://t.co/5aCCDWaJkG @GMNISDN @orthopticbrain @LivUni

[Bolton NHS Foundation Trust @boltonnhsft]

Generational changes around wearing of false eyelashes & also several stud piercings have become common place – we wanted to acknowledge & accept this.

There is no evidence or research that shows increased IPC risk with wearing more than one plain stud earing in an ear.

[Kathryn Sykes @katsykes78]

@boltonnhsft @StockportNHS

[Kathryn Sykes @katsykes78]

So please to see some trusts moving with the times and ensuring uniform policy reflects patient safety

[Bolton NHS Foundation Trust @boltonnhsft]

We are bringing our uniform policy into the 21st century.

We have a new uniform policy which reflects our move to embrace difference whilst focusing on the things that matter most.

Bring your whole self to work 💙

[Kathryn Sykes @katsykes78]

So proud of my team! They work hard every day to support patients and continually strive to give the best evidence based rehab. I am lucky to be Team Lead of such a dedicated bunch who also make the workplace a fun place to be! #GMChampions

[Stockport Stroke Team @HasuHill]

Our Stroke Therapy Team have been shortlisted for the GM Health and Care Champion Awards 2024, in the Team of The Year category! Amazing recognition for an Amazing Team dedicated to improving the lives of Stroke Survivors @GMchampions2024 #GMChampions

[Louise Clark @louiseclark15]

1/3 2 weeks of intensive upper limb clinic has pulled at my heart strings & passion for needs led services. PWS 5 years down the line, wanted his arm amputated, hated it. We’ve found meaningful activity in shoulder, elbow, wrist AND hand! 5 years later! He thought he had nothing!

[Stockport Stroke Team @HasuHill]

Fantastic achievement. Well done Katie 🎉

[TRICEPS @triceps_trial]

📢SAVE THE DATE!

Calling all clinical staff! Join us for a FREE online CPD event: "Key Updates in Stroke Recovery & Rehab" on April 23rd AM.

[GM Neurorehab & Integrated Stroke Delivery Network @GMNISDN]

We have a new toolkit for clinicians supporting TIA clinics. It focuses on the clinical management of the A, B, C and Ds...as well as promoting healthier lifestyles. #stroke @doctormkumar @amishra123 @GMEC_SCN
Register on our website to find out more: https://t.co/aRCIaU4NwL

[Prof Fiona Rowe @orthopticbrain]

Education for visual impairment issues post stroke. We are running our course again for STROKE TEAM CLINICIANS on April 9th in Liverpool. Details attached. Booking at: https://t.co/ZnHL38T3op…
@RCOT_NP @thecsp @NWestRCSLTHub @RCSLT @ukstrokenursing @ACPIN_UK @NorthwestAcpin