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DO I NEED A DOCTOR’S REFERRAL?
No. GPs refer patients to Osteopaths where they believe this intervention would be beneficial. Referral guidelines are provided by the General Medical Council and British Medical Association. Most patients ‘self refer’ to an Osteopath for treatment. If necessary, with your permission, your Osteopath will liaise directly with your doctor to ensure that your treatment works in harmony with any other medical needs that you may have.
WHAT IS YOUR NEW PATIENT PROCEDURE?
Prior to treatment a full case history is taken which will include an in-depth discussion about your presenting complaint(s), questions on your general health, lifestyle and past medical history. This will then be followed by a physical examination of your posture and movement, including other medical, orthopaedic and neurological testing if required. Once all the relevant information has been gained a diagnosis will be reached, explained to you and then treatment is given, if appropriate.
WHAT TYPES OF HEALTH INSURANCE DO YOU ACCEPT?
Many private health insurance policies provide cover for Osteopathic treatment. It may be possible to claim for a course of treatment but you should check in advance with your insurance company before seeking Osteopathic treatment, in order to confirm the available level of cover and whether you will need to have a referral from your GP or a specialist
WHAT SHOULD I WEAR TO MY FIRST APPOINTMENT?
Please come in clothes you feel comfortable. It is ideal that you are free to move and clothing give access to painful areas. On occasions an Osteopath may ask you to adjust or remove an item of clothing, but this is entirely to your discretion and treatment can be performed through clothing if need be.