What services are within Midlothian Physiotherapy?
- MSK Physiotherapy
- GP Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners (GP APPs)
- Spinal Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners (Spinal APPs)
- Peripheral Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners (Peripheral APPs)
- Gym Groups (at specified locations only)
How can I get referred to physiotherapy?
Looking to manage your Low Back Pain
If you have pain in your lower back (including sciatica) you can now self-refer directly to a new digital support service which offers same-day appointments 24/7. The service is delivered by NHS Lothian’s clinical partner, Flok Health.
To self-refer to this new service and find out more click on Flok Health Register . You will be directed to a digital appointment immediately.
For other conditions, or if you prefer to see or speak to a physiotherapist, then please contact your GP practice and ask to see the advanced physiotherapist (GP APP). See link below for more information on this service
- Midlothian GP Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner
- From your GP
- Consultant/ Hospital Referral
Where can I attend Physiotherapy Outpatients in Midlothian
Details regarding each site can be found by clicking on the below links or tabs.
Who is in the team?
- MSK physiotherapists
- Exercise specialist
- Continence and Pelvic Health Physiotherapists
How to contact us?
IF THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH YOUR APPOINTMENT OR YOU ARE REQUIRING INFORMATION REGARDING A REFERRAL YOU CAN CONTACT OUR CENTRAL NUMBER AND ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM ON 0131 536 1060 OPTION 8 LINES OPEN 9:30AM -13:00 MONDAY-FRIDAY EXCEPT PUBLIC HOLIDAYS. IF THERE IS NO ANSWER THERE IS A MESSAGING SERVICE.
What to expect
- Upon receiving your referral
It will be triaged by the team and added to a waiting list. When you have reached the top of the waiting list you will either be called or sent a letter to contact the admin team to discuss the type of appointment required and confirm a date and time.
- From your 1st appointment
Depending on your problem/injury your first appointment will either be on the telephone, video or face to face. The appointment may last 30-45 minutes. At your appointment you will have an opportunity to discuss your problem and goals with a physiotherapist and it will usually involve a physical assessment. You will be asked questions regarding your symptoms including relevant past medical history so having a copy of your medication may be helpful. If completing a physical assessment wearing loose fitting or appropriate clothing will be best.
- Face to face appointments
Please bring a list of your medications with you and any forms or questionnaires you have been asked to complete
You may be asked to bring shorts and/ or a vest top.
- Phone appointments
You will be asked to confirm your telephone number when you book your first physiotherapy appointment. At your appointment time a physiotherapist will call you to either complete an initial assessment or a follow up consultation.
- Video appointments
Please visit nhs.attendanywhere.com to find out more information about how to attend your video appointment.
To access your video appointment please visit nhsattend.vc/mmskp
What if I cannot attend my appointment?
- Missed appointments will result in a longer wait to be seen. If you cannot attend your physiotherapy appointment, please contact us as soon as possible
- If you do not attend an agreed appointment and have not informed the physiotherapy department of this in advance you will be removed from the waiting list. If you contact the physiotherapy department within 4 weeks of this missed appointment you may be re-added to the waiting list. If more than 4 weeks have passed, then you will need to be referred again by your GP.
