When you’re experiencing pain or injury, the first place you go is the doctor, right?
In the past, that may have been the only option, because any kind of specialist care required a referral from a doctor. That’s not the case anymore.
These days, patients can enjoy the convenience of direct access to physiotherapists – meaning you don’t need to book a doctor’s appointment first.
So what are the advantages of going straight to the PT? We take a look below.
Get Treated when you Need it
The most obvious benefit of choosing physiotherapy first is early intervention.
As soon as you experience mobility problems or pain, you and your PT can begin work right away to get you moving well again. While you’re waiting around for a free doctor’s appointment to open up, your issues could be getting worse. A physiotherapist can get you on the right track and making positive progress as soon as possible.
Cost Effective
Why double up on appointments when you only need one? Bulk billing doctors are few and far between these days, and one short 5-minute appointment could set you back over $70 – just for a referral.
And it’s not just the initial appointment you’ll save money on. The rapid intervention of going directly to a PT could also save you unnecessary suffering, time off work and participation in sporting and recreational activities.
You’re in Safe Hands
Physiotherapists specialise in mobility. They are trained and educated to assess your specific condition and develop treatment plans for it. They can give you advice on self-management strategies so you can continue your recovery from the comfort of your own home.
But what if your problems are too severe for a physiotherapist to fix? There’s no need to worry: physiotherapists are able to assess whether your condition requires a referral to a physician. They will work with you and ask the right questions to make sure you don’t require a higher level of intervention.
You’ve got nothing to lose and everything to gain by seeking direct treatment from a PT for your mobility issues. So book an appointment with Morley Physio today.