What to Expect at Your First Physio Visit

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1 Cashel St, Christchurch 8013

Mon-Thur: 8:00am to 6:00pm & Fri: 6:00am to 5:20pm

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Physio working with client

Your first physiotherapy appointment is an important step toward recovery, better mobility and long-term wellbeing. Whether you’re visiting for a recent injury, chronic pain or post-surgical rehabilitation, our goal is to understand your needs and create a treatment plan tailored to you.

Typically your first physiotherapy appointment with Muscle People Physiotherapy is a longer session to allow for us to perform a thorough initial assessment. During this first appointment we will:

  • Discuss your goals

    You’ll begin by discussing the reason for your appointment and how your symptoms developed.

  • Complete an assessment

    You'll go through a series of movements, and depending on the injury we’ll also perform a sequence of physical tests.

  • Discover your options

    A conversation and questions, along with a physical examination, are usually enough for the physio to arrive at a diagnosis from there we will discuss the treatment options with you.

  • Start a custom treatment plan

    Your Muscle People physiotherapist will develop a treatment plan with you that will incorporate a number of different options that are best suited to you and your symptoms in order for you to achieve your goals.

What to Bring

To make the most of your appointment, please bring:

  • Any relevant scans or x-rays, if applicable.

  • Your private health fund card, if applicable.

  • Your Chronic Disease Management Plan (also known as an EPC), if applicable.

  • Your medicare card, if applicable.

What to Wear

It is a good idea to wear loose, comfortable clothing that does not restrict your movement in any way.

Have more questions?

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