Physiotherapy Referral for GHC Staff
Staff Physiotherapy Service referral for GHC colleagues
The Staff Physiotherapy Service is for all employees of Gloucestershire Health and Care
The service has recently moved from Adult MSK into Working Well, which has affected our waiting times. Please bear with us as we transition to our new systems.
The Working Well team are currently providing this service at Stroud Therapy Department, Cirencester Hospital and at Working Well, Rikenel in Gloucester.
Musculoskeletal physiotherapy covers the treatment of injuries and conditions affecting the muscles, joints, and soft tissues. We provide assessment and treatment for a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including the following:
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Shoulder pain
- Sciatica
- Arthritis
- Ligament Sprains
- Tendinopathy
Please note: Due to recent changes to the service, we are unfortunately no longer able to see patients requiring physiotherapy for pelvic health, hand therapy or vestibular (dizziness) conditions. We recommend contacting your local NHS musculoskeletal (MSK) provider for assessment and management of these conditions.
If you are experiencing a musculoskeletal problem, you can refer yourself at any time using the online form. Your referral will be triaged by one of our physiotherapists, and our administrative team will contact you to arrange an appointment.
Once your referral has been processed, we aim to offer an appointment within two weeks for urgent cases. Please be aware that routine appointments may have a waiting time of up to 12 weeks.
Initial face-to-face appointments last approximately 45 minutes. Follow-up appointments are usually shorter and will be tailored to your individual needs.
We recommend you read the information about when to seek urgent medical support before you complete the form below.
Any questions, please contact the Working Well team on 0300 421 4455.
Physiotherapy advice
Get physiotherapy advice for injuries in different parts of the body here.
“Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession that works with people to identify and maximise their ability to move and function. Functional movement is a key part of what it means to be healthy.
This means that physiotherapy plays a key role in enabling people to improve their health, wellbeing and quality of life” (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy)
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy (MSK) is the assessment and treatment of patients with problems relating to the muscular system, joints and various other structures of the body. These structures might be affected by injury, pain, surgery, posture and dysfunction. Our aim is to restore movement and function to the patient as efficiently as possible.
Your Physiotherapist will carry out a thorough examination; usually discussing in detail your current presentation and how it affects your daily life. This is followed by a physical assessment and discussion of the assessment findings. Finally, your Physiotherapist will select the most appropriate evidence-based treatment option, and assist you in setting your rehabilitation goals.
Training and Qualifications
Physiotherapists complete a three or four-year degree course on an approved training programme. On completion of an approved programme they are eligible for membership of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP). This is the professional, educational and trade union body for the UK’s 47,000 Chartered Physiotherapist, Physiotherapy Students and Assistants.
All physiotherapists working in the NHS must be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) adhering to codes of professional conduct and behaviour and fulfilling standards of professional practice.
Criteria for treatment and referral
Please read the following checklist carefully before completing this referral form.
To ensure you are eligible for our service you must meet the following criteria:
- I am an employee of Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
- I have read the information about ‘when to seek urgent medical support’ and this does not apply to me
- I am not seeking specific physiotherapy treatment for the following conditions/problems:
Neurological conditions – e.g. stroke, MS, head or spinal cord injuries, functional neurological disorders or Parkinson’s
Respiratory conditions – e.g. asthma, cystic fibrosis, chronic lung conditions, hyperventilation - I do not require community physiotherapy, or physiotherapy at home
- My main problem is not related to mobility or balance issues