FAQs

How long is a session?
An initial assessment can last up to an hour and normally involves treatment.
A treatment session lasts 30 min.

What do I have to wear?
Shorts are appropriate if we are looking at your lower limb area or feet.
If we are looking at your back / neck or supper limb then you will need to undress to a vest top or bra. Towels are used during the assessment to cover body parts not being assessed.

What happens in an assessment?
The Physiotherapist will ask you to fill in a registration form detailing any medication or illness. You will also be asked to sign a consent form for treatment. The physiotherapist will conduct an interview style of questioning to find out about your pain and any objectives and goals you may have for treatment. The physiotherapist will then assess the area of body that is injured or in pain and the surrounding joints and muscles. You will then be given a diagnosis of your problem and the Physiotherapist will talk you through a treatment plan. You will  the be given some treatment and advise for self managing the pain, home exercises may also be prescribed in this session.

Will I be sore from Physiotherapy?
You can experience post treatment soreness that can last for up to 48 hours. You can help reduce this by using Ice and heat as directed by the physiotherapist.

Can I see a male or female Physiotherapist?
If you would prefer to be seen by either a male or female Physiotherapist please request this when booking your appointment.

Is there a cancellation charge?
Unfortunately all appointments missed or cancelled without prior notice of 48 hours will endure a charge up to 100% of the fee, unless your session can be re-booked. This is at the discretion of the Physiotherapist.