Question 1

How long is my appointment?

Accepted Answer

Initial physiotherapy appointments will take up to 60 minutes to allow time for me to take a detailed history. Follow up appointments are either 45 or 60 minutes long, depending on the goal.

Question 2

What will my appointment Involve?

Accepted Answer

I will ask you a variety of questions at the start so we can agree on the best course of treatment for you. After this, a full assessment of movement, muscle power, walking pattern analysis and various other measures may be taken. An updated home exercise programme will be provided at the end of each session.

Question 3

What should I wear for my appointment?

Accepted Answer

I will need to take a detailed look at the treatment area, so wearing light clothing is recommended

Question 4

How many appointments will I need?

Accepted Answer

There is no set number I can give to you. This will be determined after I have completed a detailed initial assessment

Question 5

Do I need to be referred by my Doctor?

Accepted Answer

If you are going to be paying for treatment yourself, then there is no need to go to your GP first. If you will be using private medical insurance, please check your policy first

Question 6

Can I book through my Insurance company?

Accepted Answer

In short, yes! Wholesome Rehab is recognised by the majority of Insurance companies

Question 7

Is my physiotherapist registered and insured?

Accepted Answer

I am registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) where you can use the link below to check the register.

https://www.hcpc-uk.org/check-the-register/ (https://www.hcpc-uk.org/check-the-register/)

I am insured via membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP).

https://www.csp.org.uk(https://www.csp.org.uk/)

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