First contact Physiotherapists are part of the Multi-disciplinary teams (MDTs) currently coming into General Practice across North Belfast. MDTs seek to address any issues that you face at the earliest opportunity, providing access to a range of experts who can provide you with the care, advice and support that you need.To enhance our existing Practice team you can now book an appointment with an in Practice Physiotherapist.
Our Physiotherapist in the Practice are experts in problems with your joints, muscles and soft tissue (back pain, neck pain, painful joints or sprains and strains).
You can make appointments directly via reception or referred to if another clincal team member feels it would be of benefit.
They can:
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Diagnose your condition
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Offer you advice and exercises to manag your condition
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Order tests
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Prescribe medication
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Request x-rays
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Refer you to another service if required
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Direct you to community based activities
The physiotherapist can give you advice and may provide you with exercises and discuss medication. If they feel you require a course of physiotherapy treatment they can refer you or advise you to self-refer. They will be able to discuss medication that may help you, and may also prescribe some medication.
If you'd like to now more you can visit: MDT- Physio