First contact physiotherapists

Bone, joint or muscle pain?

See the physiotherapist here!

The First Contact Physio will:

  • Assess you and diagnose what’s happening
  • Give expert advice on how best to manage your condition
  • Recommend exercises and other approaches to deal with the issue
  • Refer you on to specialist services if necessary.

A national evaluation on this service showed:

  • Faster access to specialist expertise
  • Fewer onward referrals to see a hospital consultant
  • On average, 95 % of patients do not require a GP follow-up.

Ask reception for more information.

First contact physio

Date published: 4th May, 2023
Date last updated: 30th January, 2024