Do I need a referral?

Private patients do not require a referral.

Patients seeking insurance compensation from a motor vehicle accident (MVA), work injury, a patient under the Department of Veteran’s Affairs (DVA) or Medicare EPC treatment plan, will require a referral from their G.P. If an insurance case, please bring any supporting documentation e.g. the case officer’s contact details.

What should I wear?

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 that are irritated from running/walking or playing a sport, the therapist may ask to see the footwear worn during these activities.

What can I expect on the first visit?

At Precision Physiotherapy, 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 will improve 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 spinal manipulation (clicking) and myofascial dry needling using an acupuncture needle.