HOW DO I KNOW IF PHYSIOTHERAPY IS RIGHT FOR ME RIGHT NOW?
If you are experiencing pain that is related to a new or old injury and affecting your ability to move and function as normal, then yes physio would be appropriate for you. You Chartered Physiotherapist will advise you on posture and positioning, as well as provide you with rehabilitative exercises to strengthen any weakened areas. These exercises will be completed at home. Manual Therapy will be carried out in clinic. This would include joint mobilisations soft tissue release.
If you are still unsure why not phone our clinic number 087 1218133 and discuss your issue with a chartered physiotherapist.

DO I NEED A REFERRAL TO HAVE PHYSIOTHERAPY?
No, you do not need a referral for physiotherapy.

DOES MY HEALTH INSURANCE COVER MY PHYSIOTHERAPY TREATMENT?
It will depend on the type of insurance policy you have taken out if you have physiotherapy included. Please check with your provider. You can claim tax rebate on your MED 1 form through revenue.
HEALTH INSURANCE:  Does private health insurance cover my treatment?
You may get a rebate if you have physiotherapy cover or extras cover with your Health Insurance provider. This will depend on your policy, so please check with your provider. You may also be entitled to a tax-back rebate via Revenue's Form MED 1.

WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
For most sessions we ask our clients to wear appropriate clothing so that the assessing Chartered physiotherapist can see the body part and surrounding area.
Eg : In the case of females who have a neck or shoulder complaint wear a string top or similar. If low back pain or leg pain wear shorts or loose-fitting pants. Spare shorts are available in clinic if required.

CAN I BRING SOMEONE WITH ME?
Yes, Of course you can. If you would prefer that someone attends the sessions with you for whatever reason, then we can accommodate your request.

CAN MY CHILD ATTEND BY THEMSELVES?
No, not if they are under 16 years of age. Any child under 16 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

WHAT PROBLEMS DOES A PHYSIOTHERAPIST TREAT?
Any problem relating to aches, pains, stiffness or reduced mobility due to a injury or imbalance in the body. Physiotherapy will help find the root cause of your pain, help you regain normal movement, and improve your understanding so that the problem does not return.

HOW LONG DOES AN APPOINTMENT / SESSIONS LAST?
Initial assessment and treatments take 30 to 45 minutes and will include rehabilitation exercises.

WILL PHYSIOTHERAPY HURT?
Physiotherapy aims to provide you with relief of symptoms and see gradual improvements over a few treatment sessions. It is common for people to experience some increased tenderness or soreness after a treatment session.
It is important to be aware that this is not a bad thing, your physio will have already explained, it is also important that that you continue treatment and/or exercises at this time. Pain after a treatment session does not mean you must live with the problem but it does provide an indicator of where your body is at right now and how sensitive the tissues are to doing more strenuous activities.

HOW MANY TREATMENT SESSIONS WILL I NEED?
The number of treatment session will depend on the nature and severity of your problem. Your Chartered physiotherapist will provide information of how long your problem will take to resolve. Initially the step is to reduce pain and the long-term goal is to your overall strength and condition so the problem is either manageable or resolved completely. This takes time, dedication with your exercise programme and guidance from your Chartered physiotherapist.

WHAT ARE THE PAYMENT OPTIONS?
Payment is cash or card payments.

WHAT ARE THE CANCELLATION TERMS?
It is requested that you provide as much notice as possible.