Our neuro emergency service is available 24 hours a day for assessment, stabilisation and, when needed, emergency neurosurgery.
Warning signs after a head or spine injury
- Loss of consciousness, even briefly
- Repeated vomiting, worsening headache or drowsiness
- Confusion, unusual behaviour or slurred speech
- A seizure after the injury
- Neck or back pain with numbness, tingling or weakness in the limbs
Emergency care pathway
- 1Rapid assessmentNeurological examination and urgent imaging to identify bleeding, fractures or spinal cord compression.
- 2Stabilisation & surgeryClose monitoring and emergency neurosurgery when indicated.
- 3RecoveryRehabilitation and follow-up for lasting symptoms such as headaches, memory problems or weakness.
This page provides general information and is not a substitute for a medical consultation. Treatment decisions are made after an individual assessment. Last updated .
