What to Expect
Your first appointment will normally be 45 minutes and follow up appointments are usually 15 – 30 minutes.
Your physiotherapist will ask you questions about your injury/problem and how you are feeling generally.
Then they will usually examine the affected area.
Your initial appointment will include a thorough examination.
Your physiotherapist will work out a treatment plan with you and there will be time for you to ask any questions.
Your Physiotherapist will let you know if you need further appointments.
If you are under the age of 16 you must be accompanied by an adult with parental responsibility for at least your first appointment.
What should I wear?
Your physiotherapist may need you to undress to your underwear to be able to fully assess the affected area or problem.
For your first assessment we suggest you wear:
- Loose comfortable clothing
- Underwear
You may wish to bring a pair of shorts or vest with you to change in to
Your privacy will be respected at all times.
What should I expect from my treatment?
Everyone’s treatment is individualised depending on what is most appropriate for them and their goals.
A significant part of physiotherapy involves exercises, movement modification and modification of your valued activities.
We believe that education around your condition and how to manage it is essential for a good outcome as well as providing you with strategies to self-manage in the future. Alongside these principles, other treatments can be used to help with your recovery.
Some of the rehabilitation treatment we offer to our paediatric patients include:
- Muscle strengthening exercises and stretching
- Posture and balance training
- Referral to a personal trainer
- Movement pattern training
- Support and advice to parents on managing their child’s condition
- Onward referrals where required
