Why come to Hawke's Bay Pelvic Health & Women's Physiotherapy for treatment? Hawke's Bay Pelvic Health & Women's Physiotherapy is a Private service that will ensure you receive treatment quickly and safely. This will result in a faster recovery, prevent recurrence and reduce the need to wait for necessary appointments. We will ensure that you receive the treatment that you need and will always liaise with your GP, LMC or specialist regarding your problem, with your consent.
What does an initial Assessment Involve? Before you receive any Physiotherapeutic treatment it is essential for you to undertake an initial assessment. This will enable the Physiotherapist to understand and diagnose your problem, be aware of your general health and any pre-existing medical conditions and discuss your goal and treatment requirements. This will result in a safe and clinically beneficial treatment plan that is specific to you. Each Initial Assessment is one hour in duration. The Physiotherapist will ask you some detailed questions about your symptoms and will then perform an examination. This will involve looking at the area or areas that are affected, assessing how certain moments are performed, and determining if pain, muscle spasm or stiffness are present. The Physiotherapist may require you to remove some clothing in order for a thorough physical examination to be made, however it is also advisable to wear loose, comfortable clothing to your appointment and all subsequent appointments. At the end of your assessment, if time allows, some treatment may be incorporated into the session, however this will always be discussed with you beforehand. The Physiotherapist may also wish to inform your GP that you are attending for treatment and may write to them with your consent.
How many sessions will I need? During your initial assessment, your Physiotherapist will diagnose your problem and will discuss your treatment plan with you. At this point it may be possible to estimate how many sessions of treatment will be required. Of course, this really depends on the problem, it’s duration, nature etc. Some problems may be resolved within a few (1-2) sessions however others may take longer. In the event that Physiotherapy does not seem to be benefiting you, your Physiotherapist will liaise with your GP or other Health Professionals as appropriate to ensure that you receive the right treatment or investigative pathway that you need.
Do I need to be referred by my GP or Consultant? You do not need to be referred by your GP or Consultant. A self- referral is more than adequate. Some Private Medical Insurance policies will require a referral from your GP and so it is advisable to contact your insurance company prior to booking any appointments to determine what their requirements are.
Are home Visits Available? Home visits may be available however specific requirements and pricing will need to be discussed on an individual basis. For further enquiries please contact us directly.
