Kenya 2 fellowship

Programme
Providing physiotherapy for haemophilia patients in Kenya
Fellow
Agrippina Matasyo, physiotherapist, Kenyatta National Hospital, Nairobi
Host institute
Johannesburg Academic Hospital “Haemophilia Comprehensive Treatment Centre”, Johannesburg, South Africa, represented by Prof Johnny Mahlangu
Duration
Two months, completed 2015
Objectives:
- Perform physiotherapy related patient management skills in haemophilia and other bleeding disorders
- Assist patients recovery after major operations in haemophilia
- Advise patients in physiotherapy home related programs
- Training other members in the department on management of PWH
- Learn how to reduce pain by improving the joint functionality and muscle strength.