What services are included in West Lothian MSK Physiotherapy?
- MSK Physiotherapy
- Pain Management Programme
- GP Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners (GP APPs)
- Spinal Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners (Spinal APPs)
- Peripheral Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioners (Peripheral APPs)
- Hydrotherapy
- Gym Groups (at specified locations only)
What will happen at your first appointment?
Your first appointment may last up to 60 minutes.
At your initial appointment you will be able to discuss your symptoms with your physiotherapist and how they affect you.
A physical examination may be undertaken.
Type of appointments
At the time of booking you will be able to choose one of the following appointment types. Choosing one type of appointment does not stop you from choosing a different type of appointment in the future.
Telephone
The physiotherapist will call you.
When you book your appointment please make sure that we have the correct telephone number for you.
Make sure your telephone line or mobile can take withheld numbers.
Please make sure you are not driving at the time of your appointment.
Video call (NHS Near me)
Please see the Attending your appointment by video leaflet to find out more information about how to attend your video appointment.
To access your video appointment please visit nhs.attendanywhere.com
Appointment in person
This option is offered for some new patient appointments and return appointments if required. You can attend various clinics across West Lothian. These are specified in the ‘Where to Find Us’ menu at the top of the page, along with contact details for each of these departments.
How can I be referred to see a physiotherapist?
You can book an appointment for expert assessment and advice by a GP Advanced Physiotherapy Practitioner (GP APP) through your Medical Practice.
For ongoing support and rehabilitation, you can be referred to the MSK Physiotherapy service by any health care practitioner.
