Physiotherapists are first contact practitioners and do not require a referral from a doctor. Like doctors, physiotherapists can diagnose an injury and follow it up with a treatment plan.

Treatment should not hurt excessively. While some cases may require some heavier force to reproduce symptoms, a patient should never be in severe pain. If you are feeling discomfort, please inform your physiotherapist.

Physiotherapy can assist with neck pain. Depending on the reasons for the pain, the physiotherapist has many differing treatment techniques to use for neck pain. These include traction, trigger point release, dry needling, stretching, activation, range of motion exercises, strengthening and postural advice

Wear sportswear or gym kit that you can move in. For ladies, if the area of concern is your back, neck, or shoulders, please wear a sports bra as the physiotherapist will need to see your spine. For lower limb, hips, knees please wear shorts or cycling shorts so the physiotherapist can see the area clearly. Please also bring any relevant information that may include your doctor's referral, hospital discharge letters, medication list, reports for X-ray, ultrasound or MRI.

Typically, an appointment will last 30-60 minutes, depending on your condition. If you are required to attend further treatment, your physiotherapist will advise you on how long these sessions will last.

If you are experiencing regular discomfort, aching or strong pain, you should see a physiotherapist. There is likely an underlying issue causing the pain, and this can be pinpointed by a physio and prevented from recurring. Even if you are not injured, you may benefit from visiting a physio. Physiotherapists are movement experts who can help you prevent future injury.

The most common type of injury treated by a physiotherapist are sports injuries. Many of these are joint and muscle strains, followed by tendon and overuse injuries. Physiotherapists also often work with clients post-surgery for joint replacement and tendon repairs.