Dwynwen Pennant
Gender: Female
Other languages spoken: Welsh and English
The First Contact Physiotherapist can see anyone over the age of 12yrs old presenting with a problem involving muscles, bones, joints and moving or walking difficulties. You do not need to see the GP first.
The First Contact Physiotherapist will:
- Assess you
- The aim is to find out what the problem is and make a diagnosis, this may include further investigations if indicated
- Discuss treatment and management options
- All options on how best to manage your condition, which may include prescribing of medication or injection will be considered
- Refer you on
- If indicated referral can be made to specialist services or to physiotherapy for actual physiotherapy treatment
The First Contact Physio will not provide physiotherapy treatment.