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Consulting a physical therapist can raise several questions, especially when it’s your first visit. What should you expect? What steps are involved in the assessment? How does the physical therapist develop a treatment plan tailored to your condition?<\/p>\n

At ABC Health Clinic, the first physiotherapy appointment is designed to fully understand your situation, identify the cause of your symptoms, and develop a personalized treatment plan. Here’s how a first consultation usually goes.<\/p>\n

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Reception at the clinic<\/h2>\n

Upon arrival at the clinic, you will be welcomed by the administrative team. The receptionist or administrative assistant will accompany you through the initial stages of your visit.<\/p>\n

He or she will tell you which professional you have an appointment with and explain the documents you need to fill out before the consultation. This is also the ideal time to ask any questions you may have about how the clinic works or how your appointment will proceed.<\/p>\n

Once you are ready, your physical therapist will come to the waiting room to take you to a private treatment room.<\/p>\n

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The initial physiotherapy interview: understanding your situation<\/h2>\n

The first part of the consultation consists of an interview called a \u201csubjective assessment.\u201d This step allows the physiotherapist to fully understand your problem and how it impacts your daily life.<\/p>\n

The professional will ask you various questions to clarify your symptoms, including:<\/p>\n