Shropshire Council

Wheelchair and Posture Service

Shropshire Wheelchair and Posture Service is a clinically-led service which aims to meet the mobility needs of children and young people with long term disabilities and restricted abilities. This is achieved through skilled, clinical assessment resulting in the prescription of mobility equipment with associated seating and postural products; ensuring an equitable, appropriate service to all users.

Shropshire Wheelchair and Posture Service staff include wheelchair therapists, who are occupational therapists and physiotherapists, clinical assistants, rehabilitation engineers, repair engineers, stores specialists and an administrative support team.

How to access the service

New patients are referred into the Shropshire Wheelchair and Posture Service by an Authorised Referrer such as a district nurse, therapist or GP, using the dedicated referral form. Professionals who want to become accredited should contact the service for details of the free course. Existing patients or their representatives can contact the service directly for ongoing advice, repairs, and review of their existing equipment. They do not need to be referred by a health professional.

When and where is the service available?

If you have any questions or queries please feel free to contact the team.

Available - Monday to Thursday 8.30am to 5pm, Friday 8.30am – 4pm
Address - Shropshire Rehabilitation Centre, Lancaster Road, Harlescott, Shrewsbury SY1 3NJ
Email - Shropcom.swaps@nhs.net
Telephone - 01743 444051

How to find out more about the service

For more information, check out the Shropshire community health website.