Physiotherapy

First Contact Physiotherapy

Patients can now book an appointment directly with a Physiotherapist without needing to see a GP first. 

Appointments are available on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays with our Physio, Gillian.

If you were referred to the Physio department at the hospital while we had no available appointments with Gillian (February-May 2025) then you can now book an appointment with her. Do not cancel at the hospital until you have seen Gillian.

For more information on the First Contact Physiotherapy (FCP) service please click here.

Phio

Phio is a clinically-supported, digital musculoskeletal system. It is a free interactive online tool that quickly and accurately signposts you to the right pathway to support your MSK condition.

The Phio assessment takes approximately 10 minutes to complete and your answers will always be assessed by a qualified physiotherapy team. If your condition is deemed suitable, you will be invited to download an app on your smartphone with a programme of exercises tailored to your condition. You should receive this within 48 hours. Once you start, a team of physiotherapists are on hand to monitor and support you via a two-way chat.

This service is totally free, is overseen by the physiotherapy team at Phio, and will not impact your access to our other care services.

Phio

Phio is a clinically-supported, digital musculoskeletal system. It is a free interactive online tool that quickly and accurately signposts you to the right pathway to support your MSK condition.

The Phio assessment takes approximately 10 minutes to complete and your answers will always be assessed by a qualified physiotherapy team. If your condition is deemed suitable, you will be invited to download an app on your smartphone with a programme of exercises tailored to your condition. You should receive this within 48 hours. Once you start, a team of physiotherapists are on hand to monitor and support you via a two-way chat.

This service is totally free, is overseen by the physiotherapy team at Phio, and will not impact your access to our other care services.

Page last reviewed: 27 May 2025
Page created: 04 October 2024