Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will I need treatment for?
This is very individual and depends on you and the problem that you have. Some patients may only have 1 or 2 sessions, whilst others may undertake a rehabilitation plan over a number of months.
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When your treatment plan is developed, we will discuss the likely time period for the process. We also aim to educate you as part of the process, so that you can manage your own injury and empower you with the knowledge of how to manage flare ups if they occur.
Do you accept health insurance?
Yes, we are registered with all the major insurance companies, except AXA PPP. Please check with your provider prior to any appointment to check levels of cover.
Should I stop all sport and exercise during treatment?
In most cases it is important to continue to exercise. Recovery can be about load management and keeping activity within certain levels, so you may need to reduce or change your activity levels in the short term but as treatment progresses, we would aim for a graded return to the level of activity that you wish to do.
How long should I leave pain before getting in touch?
In most cases, the sooner you are able to make contact and start treatment, the quicker you can get back to exercise; however, this does not mean that every strain or niggle needs attention. Look at your volume of exercise and if you had a hard exercise session the night before and you wake up to some soreness the next day, this is normal and a sign that you have pushed your body too hard. Reduce your activity levels for a couple of days and it should settle. This is known as DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) and if it does not settle after a few days, get in touch with us.
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If you have had a direct injury or trauma, such as a twisted ankle, then get in touch straight away.
Do you send a letter to my GP?
Yes, we send a copy of written correspondence to your GP, to ensure that if you move away or need treatment elsewhere your GP has all the relevant information. We do ask permission for this in our new patient questionnaire, so please advise if you would prefer that we don’t do this.
Can you organise scans?
Is there parking at the clinics?
Yes, we have free parking available at all clinic sites.