The first visit to a physiotherapist often raises many questions and uncertainties. That is why we want to show you how everything works with us. At SPINEZIO physiotherapy we consider the first meeting as the basis for cooperation, which can be built on in the long term, and we always try to adapt the therapy to the individual needs of the client.
For most of us, it is important to feel comfortable and welcome. Especially if we are in a healthcare facility. Friendly receptionists help people feel good and relaxed. They explain everything that is needed so that our clients can calmly find their way, sit down, have a delicious coffee or tea and possibly get answers to their questions.
During the physiotherapy consultation itself, it is first essential to understand not only the pain, but also how the human body works. That is why we first focus on your health and exercise history in order to be able to better set up a treatment plan. We are interested in when the difficulties arose, what aggravates or relieves them, what your exercise regimen, workload or sports activities are. Sleep, stress and overall lifestyle also play an important role. The goal is not to “find a diagnosis at all costs”, but to understand the context in which the difficulties arise.
This is followed by an examination of the musculoskeletal system. In this case, it is ideal if we can examine you in your underwear, but there is no problem performing the examination, for example, in sportswear (shorts, leggings, sports underwear). We monitor basic movement patterns, posture, stability, coordination and quality of movement. As part of the examination, we use, for example, diagnostic ultrasound or podoscope as needed. It often turns out that the area that hurts is not the real source of the problem, but rather its consequence. That is why we look at the body as a whole and look for connections between individual segments.
The first visit usually includes the treatment itself, which includes soft tissue techniques or mobilization and a selection of targeted exercises. We choose procedures that match the client's current capabilities and respect pain and any limitations.
At the end of the first visit, the client leaves with a clear idea of:
- where the difficulties probably come from
- what the proposed therapeutic procedure is
- what he can actively influence himself
The first visit is not a one-time solution, but a starting point. It serves to set the direction, safe workload and realistic expectations. The pace and distribution of therapy is always adapted to the specific person - their goals, possibilities and current condition.
You can bring with you the results of previous examinations or medical reports and comfortable underwear or sportswear that you feel good in. Towels, sheets and equipment are provided for you and there is no need to bring anything else.
