Initial Assessment Appointments

At your initial appointment, you will be asked a number of questions so that your physiotherapist can collect a detailed history of your symptoms. They will also need to perform a physical examination based on the history you’ve provided. Please wear comfortable clothing which allows the physiotherapist to see the affected areas of your body. Once the assessment has provided a diagnosis for your symptoms, you will receive treatment and a rehabilitation programme based on the current research evidence for your condition. Your diagnosis, treatment options and management plan will be explained to you in understandable terms and you will be involved in the decision making at every step of the process. You'll then decide, in collaboration with your physiotherapist, what the most appropriate timeframe should be before your next follow-up appointment. We allow plenty of time between appointments in our clinics and initial appointments can last up to 60 minutes.