Waiting for NHS Care?

The NHS has been under unimaginable pressure for almost 10 months now. Whilst those in the front line and emergency care have had to shift much of their focus to saving lives of those with Coronavirus, waiting lists for other services and care have been growing.

Recent headline news has included startling facts such as:

  • There was a record 4.46 million on the waiting list for routine treatment, including knee and hip operations
  • More than 192,000 have waited more than one year – in February, before the pandemic started, the figure stood at 1,600

On top of this, GP surgeries are now coming together to do a sterling job in co-ordinating and delivering the vaccines, meaning they face even greater pressures.

Throughout this pandemic, as a healthcare business, here at goPhysio we have been able to remain open for care, be it online (through virtual consultations) and since May 2020, re-open for face to face care.

There are many issues that you may have previously seen your GP about that you now feel reluctant to.

  • Maybe your pain or injury doesn’t seem serious enough and you can’t justify taking their time
  • Maybe you think it will just get better on it’s own
  • Maybe you’re just putting up with it and crossing your fingers, waiting for restrictions to lift
  • You may not feel comfortable going to an NHS facility, concerned about others there
  • You might have already had NHS help but it’s just been on the phone or you were given some generic exercises that aren’t helping
  • Maybe you weren’t confident with a phone or online appointment and think you’d benefit from a second opinion

Waiting for NHS Care PhysioThe NHS is urging people to still seek help and support through their GP or 111 service if they need it. The systems in place now are there to help you and any concerns about your health should not be ingnored.

However, there are many conditions and injuries that may not warrant seeing your GP that we can help with. We can offer same day appointments, with our specialist team, who can assess your injury or issue and provide a tailor made recovery plan. The waiting and the wondering can often be the most frustrating and worrying part of an injury. So having a clear picture and plan and having all your questions and concerns addressed can be so helpful.

Examples of the most common issues we are seeing include…….

  • Back pain, both long term and more recent, acute back pain
  • Neck and shoulder issues (lot’s from home working)
  • Sports injuries – lot’s of overuse injuries from running and home workouts
  • People waiting for surgery such as hip or knee replacements
  • Those recovering from surgery 
  • Those recovering from COVID, wanting support to build back up and return to normal activities and sports
  • People who have had an NHS GP or Physio phone appointment only and want to see someone face to face
  • Those who think they may need a referral to a consultant or for a scan and aren’t sure what to do or where to go

So, if you don’t want to wait and want an alternative to the NHS, don’t delay. You can book an appointment online here or call us on 023 8025 3317.

We look forward to helping you.

Reviews

What They Say​

Antonia Perez
Antonia Perez
2023-11-25
We got an appointment promptly, the appointment went smoothly. Very nice physios. 👌
Fran Helen
Fran Helen
2023-11-06
Really knowledgeable and supportive, with clear advice to help. I feel so reassured after this appointment, highly recommended, they really listened to me. Thank you.
Brenda Hinnell
Brenda Hinnell
2023-10-27
First visit and in urgent need of physio as really suffering from not being able to run. Lottie was very patient and understanding with a lovely manner. She worked wonders and I am looking forward to my next visit.
James Grierson
James Grierson
2023-10-21
Great first appointment, really listened to my problems annd thorough anssessment and have come up with a clear rehab plan to get me back on track.
Nuisha Russo
Nuisha Russo
2023-10-21
I had a really good visit to GoPhysio. I have had sciatica for two months and it wasn't showing any signs of improvement. Sophie gave me a thorough assessment and then provided acupuncture and ultra sound. After one visit my sciatica has almost gone. I am really pleased.
kay luffman
kay luffman
2023-10-08
Everyone at go physio is so helpful & friendly. I have been receiving treatment for golfers elbow from Hannah Gelder, and couldn’t be happier, I wish I had gone earlier! She explains everything well, and guides you through exercises etc. very amiable and makes you feel at ease. Highly recommend
Chris Kitchen
Chris Kitchen
2023-10-07
They are a great friendly team who always manage to sort my sports injuries out. Can recommend them highly
Mark Dewey
Mark Dewey
2023-10-05
Go Physio definitely the place to go, came away feeling better and reassured and with a plan going forward.
Christine Raw
Christine Raw
2023-10-05
Very professional service and excellent treatment. Listened and gave good advice.
Kay Horton
Kay Horton
2023-10-05
I have been attending goPhysio for about two years. As a company they are very professional and provide a very good level of service to include efficiency and courtesy and are always consistent in their approach. This very much includes the admin /reception team whom are the first people you make contact with. My Physio has excellent knowledge and has assisted me with sound advice and ongoing exercise regimes which are achievable and realistic. This has supported me well in between appointments. Although always busy I am normally able to see Roz at a mutually convenient time. Thank you to all the team