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A Doctors Referral For Physiotherapy Is Not Required For A Physio Appointment With Sydney Physio Clinic.
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NO REFERRAL NEEDED
Doctors Referral For Physiotherapy Are Not Required
No, you do not need a doctors referral for physiotherapy to book with one of our physio team. Physiotherapists are skilled in the assessment and management of musculoskeletal conditions. So as a result physiotherapist are your primary point of contact for providing treatment for injury and pain.
You will require a doctors referral if you are claiming physiotherapy treatment under WorkCover, CTP (motor vehicle accidents), Veterans Affairs or the Medicare chronic disease management plan schemes.
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Initial Physio Consultaion
The first step in your recovery and is a 45 minute one-on-one consultation with an experienced physiotherapist. This encompasses a comprehensive assessment and relevant medical history review. Followed by appropriate physical assessment of the local area and any associated areas. We’ll finish with the necessary hands-on treatment, formulation of a personalised rehabilitation plan and recovery guidelines as appropriate.
WHAT TO EXPECT
At your first appointment your physio will take a comprehensive history of the complaint, prior to carrying out a physical examination. The physical exam involves assessing the local area and any associated areas deemed relevant. This includes performing any necessary functional tests and following the assessment your physio will perform any relevant treatment and offer advice.
YOUR PHYSIO TREATMENT
Following the assessment your physiotherapist in consultation with you, will devise a treatment plan. Your personalised treatment plan will involve ways of relieving pain, restoring mobility and function as appropriate.
Any treatment provided may include techniques ranging from: hands on manual therapy, exercise prescription, taping or bracing, dry needling and electrotherapy modalities. All treatment modalities are coupled with the appropriate education to assist you in managing your condition.
HOME EXERCISES
Education and exercise prescription make up a crucial component of many treatment sessions at Sydney Physio Clinic.
Our physiotherapists feel that developing an understanding on how to manage and improve your condition independently is vital for achieving lasting change. So developing home strategies that can be carried out between any necessary treatment sessions are always emphasized at Sydney Physio Clinic.
Our physio team feel this is so often the foundation for achieving the optimal outcomes with new patients and is the foundation for the successful treatment approach we pride ourselves on.
IMAGING AND OTHER THERAPY
When relevant, our physiotherapists can refer onward for alternative assessment and treatment options within our vast network.
We regularly communicate and work closely with practitioners in other areas of medical specialties. This includes podiatrists, general practitioners, sports medicine specialists, as well as orthopaedic and neurosurgeons. Physiotherapists can also bulk bill some specific investigations as well as refer for several other investigations privately.
YOUR NEXT PHYSIO APPOINTMENT
At Sydney Physio Clinic we stand by our commitment to deliver the most efficient and effective rehabilitation to our patients. Providing only the best evidence-based injury management. So you won’t be sold a 12 session treatment plan and you won’t be upsold on more treatments than you require.
Everyone’s condition and individual needs are different. Therefore in consultation with you, our physiotherapists will plan any future appointments considered necessary in the initial session. Our team will work with you to design an approach that will achieve the best possible outcomes for your specific situation.
Physiotherapy Treatment
We are healthcare professionals that address the prevention, treatment, and management of physical injuries or disabilities. Physiotherapists use non-invasive techniques such as exercise, manual therapy, and education to restore function and reduce pain.
Sports Massage
Sports Massage is a therapeutic massage technique that applies pressure to the soft tissues of the body. The goal is to alleviate muscle tension, promote relaxation, increase range of motion, and prevent injury. Sports massage focuses on specific areas of the body and aims to enhance recovery from sports-related injuries.
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Physiotherapy treatment uses various methods to enhance movement and ease pain in patients. Primairly through education, exercise, manual techniques, and other modalities. Other modalities offered at Sydney Physio Clinic include NormaTec recovery sessions. Using NormaTec compression boots is a great way to enhance blood flow and alleviate inflammation in the legs and feet after exercise or injury.
Radial shockwave therapy utilizes high-intensity sound waves. Shockwave treatment is used to trigger the body’s natural healing abilities, as well as reduce pain and discomfort in affected regions.
Athletes, physically active individuals and even sedentary office workers can benefit from sports massage. Sports massage can enhance flexibility, alleviate muscle tension, and promote relaxation. Therefore massage is fantastic for helping recovery from work, training or competition. No, Doctors referral for physiotherapy is required to see Sydney Physio Clinic and to access any of the services we have on offer.
NormaTec Recovery Session
A NormaTec Recovery Session starts with a 10-30 min session depending on your needs. NormaTec is dynamic compression system that uses pneumatic pressure to help aid in recovery. Recovery after exercise or injury by improving circulation, reducing inflammation, and decreasing muscle soreness.
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Shockwave Therapy
Shockwave therapy is a non-invasive treatment that uses high-energy sound waves to stimulate healing in injured tissues, reduce pain, and improve mobility. Obtaining relevant medical history and a comprehensive assessment prior is required to ascertain the appropriateness for receiving ESWT.
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DO I NEED A DOCTORS REFERRAL FOR PHYSIOTHERAPY?
When claiming under one of the schemes listed below, a doctors referral prescribing physiotherapy is required.
Workcover Physio
Work-related injuries can be billed directly to your employer’s workers compensation insurers. Patients require a WorkCover physio referral from your doctor. Once we have received this referral, with confirmation of a valid claim number Sydney Physio Clinic will bill your insurer directly.
CTP Physiotherapy
Claiming under the Motor Accidents Scheme with CTP physio claims patients must ring their insurer for permission to commence immediate treatment. As with WorkCover physio treatment CTP physio treatment requires a valid GP referral. Sydney Physio Clinic will bill your insurer directly for any CTP physio services. Doing so, provided we have received confirmation of a valid claim number.
Medicare Physio
In some situations Medicare will part pay a contribution towards your physiotherapy treatment. This is at the discretion of your doctor and is for patients with chronic health problems who need to see multiple care providers. A maximum of 5 physiotherapy treatments within one calendar year is allowed as per covered by Medicare. To obtain such contribution you will need a referral from your doctor to claim your medicare physiotherapy. A referral under a Chronic Disease Management Plan.
Note: Chronic Disease Management Plan was previously referred to as an Enhanced Primary Care Plan (EPC).
Not Sure?
If you have any questions regarding if in your specific situation if you need to obtain a referral for your physiotherapy treatment. Or if you have any queries around paying for physiotherapy treatment through your private health cover. Including questions regarding any of the treatments listed above, we’re ready to help. So if you are a new patient to the practice please don’t hesitate to Contact us now.
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We provide professional physiotherapy treatments, whether it's sports injuries or chronic pain, our Sydney Physio Clinic on Macquarie Street Sydney & Randwick offers holistic care to ensure optimal recovery and long-term results.
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