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Physiotherapy Assessment

Understand the problem. Plan the recovery.

Your initial physiotherapy assessment is the first step towards understanding your symptoms, movement, strength and rehabilitation needs — helping us create a treatment plan tailored around you.

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Individual Assessment Focused on your needs
Clinical Assessment Movement & function
Personalised Plan Clear treatment goals
Patient Focused Professional care
Physiotherapy assessment and patient consultation
Care centred around you We take time to understand your symptoms, goals and everyday needs.
Your First Appointment

A clear starting point for your recovery

An initial physiotherapy assessment gives you the opportunity to discuss what you have been experiencing and what you would like to achieve from treatment.

Your physiotherapist will assess relevant movement, strength, flexibility and functional factors before discussing appropriate treatment and rehabilitation options.

  • Discuss your symptoms and concerns
  • Understand how your symptoms affect daily life
  • Assess movement and physical function
  • Establish realistic treatment goals
  • Create a personalised rehabilitation approach
What We Assess

Your assessment, step by step

We take a structured approach so that you understand what may be contributing to your symptoms and what can be done to help you move forward.

01

Your Story

We discuss your symptoms, history, lifestyle, activities and what you want to achieve.

02

Physical Assessment

Relevant movement, strength, mobility and functional factors are assessed according to your presentation.

03

Clinical Findings

We explain the findings in clear language and discuss factors that may be affecting your recovery.

04

Treatment Plan

We agree practical next steps based on your goals, assessment findings and rehabilitation needs.

Why Choose Aliphakey Group

Assessment that looks beyond the symptoms

Good physiotherapy starts with understanding the person, not simply treating a painful area. Our assessment approach considers your movement, function, lifestyle and recovery goals.

Patient-centred approach

Your concerns and goals remain central to the assessment process.

Structured assessment

A clear and organised assessment helps guide appropriate treatment.

Clear explanations

We aim to explain findings and recommendations in straightforward language.

Focus on progress

Your treatment plan can evolve as your movement and confidence improve.

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What To Expect

Feel prepared for your first appointment

Knowing what to expect can make your first appointment easier and more comfortable.

Allow enough time

Your first appointment may involve a detailed discussion and physical assessment, so allow enough time without feeling rushed.

Tell us about your symptoms

Be open about when your symptoms started, what makes them better or worse and how they affect your normal activities.

Discuss your goals

Let us know what you would like to get back to, whether that is work, exercise, sport or everyday movement.

Wear comfortable clothing

Comfortable clothing that allows the relevant area of your body to be assessed can make movement testing easier.

Ask questions

Your appointment is also an opportunity to understand your condition and discuss the treatment options available to you.

Leave with a plan

Where appropriate, we will discuss practical next steps to support your rehabilitation between appointments.

The Goal

Build a rehabilitation plan around your life

Physiotherapy is most effective when your treatment approach is realistic, understandable and connected to the things that matter to you.

01 / UNDERSTAND

Understand what may be contributing to your symptoms

A structured assessment can help identify relevant physical and functional factors.

02 / PLAN

Establish meaningful rehabilitation goals

We can work together to identify realistic goals based on your needs and activities.

03 / PROGRESS

Build confidence in movement

Education, exercise and appropriate treatment can help you understand and manage your recovery.

04 / RETURN

Work towards the activities that matter to you

Rehabilitation can be adapted around your everyday responsibilities, work and physical goals.

Patient Experience

What our patients say

A professional, supportive experience can make rehabilitation feel more manageable.

"I felt listened to from the beginning. Everything was explained clearly and I understood what the next steps would be."

JM
Patient Physiotherapy Assessment

"The assessment was thorough without feeling overwhelming. I left with a much clearer understanding of my rehabilitation."

SK
Patient Musculoskeletal Care

"I appreciated how the treatment plan was linked to my everyday activities and what I wanted to get back to."

AR
Patient Rehabilitation Programme
Frequently Asked Questions

Initial assessment FAQs

The appointment normally begins with a discussion about your symptoms, history and goals, followed by an appropriate physical and functional assessment. Your physiotherapist can then discuss the findings and possible next steps.

If relevant, bring information about previous treatment, investigations or medication. It can also be useful to think about your symptoms, activities that aggravate them and your main rehabilitation goals.

Comfortable clothing that allows movement and, where appropriate, access to the area being assessed is generally recommended.

Where appropriate, your physiotherapist may recommend exercises or other self-management strategies as part of your rehabilitation plan.

You can use our online booking page or contact the team directly to discuss an appointment.
Start Your Recovery

Ready to take the next step?

Book your initial physiotherapy assessment and take the first step towards understanding your symptoms, improving your movement and working towards your goals.

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