Private patients do not require a referral. Patients seeking insurance compensation from a motor vehicle accident (MVA), Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) or work related injury, or treatment under a Medicare plan, will require a referral from their G.P.

Wearing loose clothes will allow muscle and joint testing to be carried out more easily. In some cases (with the patient’s consent) patients may be asked by the therapist to remove heavy or restricting clothing. In the case of conditions which are irritated from running/walking or playing sport, the therapist may ask to see the foot-wear worn during these activities.

The initial consultation involves assessing the area of concern. The physiotherapist will ask questions about the history and nature of the problem. Describing the region of pain, how it changes with movement and a description of what you feel improves the physiotherapist’s understanding of the structure/s at fault. The physiotherapist will then conduct various tests to assist in making a provisional diagnosis. Once a provisional diagnosis is made, the physiotherapist can begin treating the area by selecting one or more treatment techniques. The patient is always asked for consent before using various techniques such as joint manipulation (clicking) and myofascial dry needling.