First Contact Physio

We have first contact physio appointments available at our Tring, Berkhamsted and Markyate sites.

Patients with back and joint pain, including conditions such as arthritis, are now able to contact our first contact physio’s directly, rather than waiting to see a GP or being referred to hospital.

First contact physios can help patients with musculoskeletal issues by:

• Assessing and diagnosing issues.
• Giving expert advice on how best to manage their conditions.
• Referring them onto specialist services if necessary.
• Administering steroid injections.

They do not provide ongoing physiotherapy but they would, if appropriate, refer you on to the community physiotherapy service provided by Connect Health.

You can book an appointment with one of our first contact physio’s online via the NHS App by choosing the option ‘Online Bookable First Contact Physiotherapist face to face’ or by speaking to our Patient Services Team.

Please note appointments cannot be made for children under 16 years of age.

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