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If you have recently suffered an illness or injury and need to see a physiotherapist and/ or you’ve never been to one before, you may not be sure what to look for when choosing a physical therapist. That’s why we’ve put together 6 questions you should ask before making the choice.
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What to ask your Physiotherapist. • Have you recently suffered an illness or injury and need to see a physiotherapist? • If you’ve never been to one before, you may not be sure what to look for when choosing a physical therapist. • That’s why we’ve put together 6 questions you should ask before making the choice.
Will you Accept my Insurance/ Concession Card & How Much will it Cost? • In any circumstances, the matter of the bill can be an uncomfortable question. But by checking up front whether you’ll be covered by insurance, you can avoid unexpected up-front costs. • For people with concession cards it can be beneficial to ask whether the clinic provides discounted treatment for concession card holders. • If you don’t have any insurance, it’s always good to ask how much your appointment will cost and preferred methods of payment. These questions, while simple, will ensure your visit goes smoothly with no surprises.
2. Are you able to Treat my Specific Condition? • Most qualified physical therapists have across-the-board training in a range of areas. • However, some may be more specialised in which conditions they treat. For example, a clinic may specialise in treating children or focus more on a certain section of the body. • It’s best to make sure you’re seeing the right specialist for the right work. • The clinic you choose will be able to tell you whether they are best equipped to treat your condition.
3. Which Treatment will you be Using? • It’s good to get an idea of which treatments your physical therapist has in mind before your appointment. • That way you’ll not only know what to expect, you can also research the techniques, learn more about them and ensure the clinic is using the most up-to-date methods.
4. What is your Cancellation Policy • It’s just a fact of life that sometimes things pop up unexpectedly and we need to change plans. • That’s why it’s worth checking ahead of time what the cancellation policy of the clinic will be. • Some clinics may have a cancellation fee if not enough notice is given before missing the appointment.
5. How Long will the Appointment be? • Different clinics will have different appointment times and the first appointment may go longer. • Finding out will help you plan your day and also give you an idea of how attentive your session will be 45 minutes to an hour is the ideal amount of time for a physical therapist appointment.
6. Will I see the Same Physical Therapist Each Visit? • Some clinics will assign physical therapists based on availability at the time. • If you prefer to get regular treatment with one physio, it’s best to make sure the clinic is able to facilitate that.
