Birmingham Royal Orthopaedic Hospital - Opcare Clinics

Opcare provides Orthotic services to The Royal Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. We are based at 30-32 Sovereign Rd, Birmingham B30 3HN

Services offered:

Orthotics

Contact Details

Phone: 0121 805 6475

Email: roh.orthotics@nhs.net

Address: 30-32 Sovereign Rd, Birmingham B30 3HN

Opening Times:

Additional Information:

FAQs

How quickly will I get an appointment?
When you are referred to the Orthotic Service by a health professional, your referral is reviewed and prioritised accordingly. We will contact you to offer the next available appointment. Waiting times vary, but we aim to see you within 4 weeks of receiving your referral.

Do I have to pay for my treatment or orthosis?
No, the cost of your treatment and orthosis is covered by the NHS.

If you wish to have additional orthoses above the standard entitlement, you may need to pay for these. The standard entitlement, determined by the NHS and which we have to comply with.

If you require an orthosis, it will be ordered for you directly by your orthotist. Lead times vary depending on the device you need and the number of fitting appointments – sometimes a few days, sometimes up to a couple of months. Your orthotist will advise how long it should take for the orthosis to arrive.

Will I get training on how to use my orthosis?
Yes, your orthotist will demonstrate how to wear and care for your device before you start using it. Information leaflets are also supplied with devices to serve as a reminder once you get back home. It is important that you maintain your orthosis properly to ensure it lasts as long as possible.

Will I have to wear my orthosis constantly?
The length of wear time depends according to the type of orthosis and your specific needs. Your orthotist will create a bespoke wear plan with you when your orthosis is fitted.

What if my orthosis breaks?
We can repair your orthosis if it is showing signs of wear and tear. You should stop wearing your orthosis as soon as you notice any damage and contact the service to arrange a repair or replacement.

How often will I need to have an appointment?
This will depend on your needs and the device you are wearing. However, it is important that you attend review appointments from time to time to ensure that your orthosis is still suitable for you. Your orthotist will advise how frequently you should attend an appointment.

How to get here:

By car: Free parking is available on site. Please follow signs when you arrive.
30–32 Sovereign Road is located inside Kings Norton Business Centre, just off Pershore Road South (A441). From Pershore Road South, turn into the main entrance for Kings Norton Business Centre (signed at the roadside). Follow the estate road straight ahead, then continue onto Melchett Road. Sovereign Road will appear on your left inside the estate, with Units 30–32 clearly signposted. For sat‑nav users, simply enter B30 3HN for accurate routing.

By bus: 30–32 Sovereign Road is within Kings Norton Business Centre, just off Pershore Road South (A441) in Kings Norton. Frequent bus services run along Pershore Road South between Birmingham City Centre, Stirchley, Cotteridge and Kings Norton. Simply get off at a stop for Kings Norton Business Centre / Pershore Road South, then follow the signed vehicle and pedestrian entrance into the estate and continue straight ahead to Sovereign Road—Unit 30–32 is located along this road within the business centre. For more information on possible routes for travelling by bus, please visit the Network West Midlands Journey Planner:

journeyplanner.networkwestmidlands.com  

By taxi: Taxis can drop you off directly outside the building. Please give the driver our full address.

By train: The nearest train station is Kings Norton, which is a 9-minute walk to the new location. For information on possible routes for travelling by train, please visit the Network West Midlands Journey Planner

journeyplanner.networkwestmidlands.com

Additional Information

If anything comes to mind while you are visiting any of our clinics, you can give us your feedback through a paper form. Please ask your clinician, or at reception, and they will be able to provide this for you

Opcare are proud to deliver the orthotics services to south Birmingham area, and strive to provide the best service possible to all our patients. We are continually seeking ways of improving what we do, and your opinion matters to us. Please see below how you can get involved in developing our service.

Feedback via website
Opcare has developed a live feedback section on the website. This information is analysed on a monthly basis, and relevant improvements are made to the service where possible. Please do also share with us the aspects that we are getting right and doing well! This will help to ensure that all of our patients receive the same treatment. Any improvements implemented from the feedback are described in the “You said, we did” section on this page.

You can leave your feedback and have your say here.