PCN Physiotherapists

Did you know you have access to a Physiotherapist who can assess and advise about your muscle/joint pain?

Did you know that you don’t need to be referred to them via a GP, you can just book an appointment with them?

Did you know these physiotherapists can see you for:

• All soft tissue injuries, sprains, strains or sprots injuries
• Arthritis
• Problems with muscles, ligaments, tendons or bones (tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, ankle sprains)
• Back pain and neck pain
• Pain in arms or legs (pins and needles or numbness)
• Post orthopaedic surgery

If you need an appointment ring us on 01525 300780. Urgent problems are usually seen on the day.

The physiotherapists cannot see you for:

• Acutely unwell patients
• Children under 16
• Medical management of rheumatoid conditions
• Women’s health, antenatal and postnatal problems
• Housebound visits
• Medication reviews
• Neurological and respiratory conditions
• Headaches
• Acute mental health crises
• Patients who do not want to see a physiotherapist

If you are unsure, the care coordinator answering the phone will follow a short triage questionnaire to help with the decision making.

Watch the animation below for information:

• When to see your First Contact Physiotherapist – Video