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Frequently asked questions

What to Expect...

On first presenting to the practice, a full and comprehensive assessment of your problem is undertaken and a plan devised to best treat your specific injury or issue . 

The aim is to facilitate the quickest and most optimal return to sport, work and the actvities you love utilising an evidence-based approach. 

Musculoskeletal physiotherapists generally provide a hands-on treatment approach in conjunction with a tailored exercise program.  An injury-specific exercise program enables the client to make faster gains and maintain improvements often without the need for ongoing maintenance treatment.


WHERE IS TABLELANDS PHYSIO LOCATED AND WHERE CAN I PARK? 
We now  have two clinics -Lithgow and Bathurst.
Our Lithgow clinic is at 177 Mort Street (Bells Line of Road), a few doors down from CW Printing. There is parking in front, in the council carpark across the road, and behind the practice via the rear lane — accessible without stairs. 
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Our Bathurst clinic is at 125 William Street, Bathurst, located within Bathurst Hand Therapy. 

Call us on 02 6352 3131 if you have any questions about either location.
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 177 Mort ST Lithgow 
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125 William ST Bathurst   ​
DO I NEED A REFERRAL TO SEE A PHYSIO ? ​
No- No referral is needed. 
You can book directly online or call us on 02 6352 3131.
If you have a referral from your GP, bring it along — it is helpful but not required. Unless you are a workers comp patient. 
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DO YOU OFFER TELEHEALTH APPOINTMENTS? ​
Yes. If you cannot get to our Lithgow or Bathurst clinics, we offer secure telehealth appointments.
These work well for follow-up consultations and exercise program reviews, and those living away that need a Physio assessment.
Book the same way as a regular appointment and we will send you the link.
HOW LONG DOES A FIRST APPOINTMENT TAKE?
Your first appointment is usually 40 to 60 minutes.
We take time to do a thorough assessment and explain what we found in plain language.

Follow-up appointments are typically 20 to 30 minutes.
If you have a complex case or require a longer appointment, this can be arranged easily by booking an extended appointment - Please chat to our admin to help book this. 0263523131

HOW MANY SESSIONS WILL I NEED?
It depends on what you are dealing with and how long it has been going on.
After your first appointment we will give you a clear treatment plan with a realistic timeframe.
​Most straightforward musculoskeletal injuries improve significantly within 4 to 6 sessions.


WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?
  • You should wear clothing that allows the physiotherapist to thoroughly examine the injured area. 
  • If it is a lower limb,  wearing or bringing shorts is a good idea. However we can loan you shorts if required. 
  • If it is a neck, back or upper limb, we provide gowns for our female patients (or wear a singlet top). This allows the appropriate area to be examined properly.
  • If you are having problems with your feet or ankles often bringing in the shoes most often worn can be a good idea.
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DOES THE PRACTICE HAVE HICAPS?

Yes, if you bring your private health insurance card we can swipe it and claim on the spot. You will only need to pay the gap. Please check with your health fund what your extras cover includes.

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 CAN I CLAIM THROUGH MEDICARE?

Some people qualify to claim on five allied health appointments under Medicare in one calendar year through a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan.
Your GP can tell you if you are eligible.
You will need to pay the full fee on the day and we can organise for Medicare to refund the rebate directly to your account.
Bring your Medicare card, Eftpos card, and your CDM referral from your GP.
​There will be a gap — call us on 02 6352 3131 if you have any questions.

CAN PHYSIO HELP WITH MY BACK PAIN ?

Yes, and it is one of the most common things we treat. Whether it is a recent flare-up or something you have been putting up with for years, we will assess what is actually going on and build a plan around that — not just hand you a generic exercise sheet.
DO YOU TREAT CHILDREN AND TEENAGERS?
​Yes. We see patients of all ages, including children and young athletes dealing with sports injuries, growing pains, Osgood-Schlatter, and similar conditions.

DO YOU SEE AGED CARE PATIENTS WITH A HOME CARE PACKAGE ?

Yes. If you have a Home Care Package, we can provide physiotherapy either at our Lithgow or Bathurst clinics, or as a home visit if getting to the practice is difficult.
​Home Care Package funding can cover physiotherapy as part of your care plan — speak with your package coordinator to confirm your funding, then call us on 02 6352 3131 to arrange an appointment.

DO YOU SEE NDIS PARTICIPANTS?
Yes. We see self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants at both our Lithgow and Bathurst clinics. Please note we are not a registered NDIS provider, so we are unable to see agency-managed participants at this stage. Call us to discuss your situation

HOW DO I BOOK?
​Book online at tablelandsphysio.com.au and choose your preferred location, physio, and time. Or call us on 02 6352 3131 during business hours.
​www.tablelandsphysio.com.au


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