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Getting ready for your visit

Your first session

What to expect at your first physiotherapy appointment, and what to bring to get off to a good start.

The start.physio team of physiotherapists welcomes you for your first session

Checklist

What to bring

Your medical prescription (or nothing if you come without a prescription)

Your health insurance card

After an accident: the name of your accident insurer and the claim number, if you have it

Your recent test results (X-rays, MRI, medical reports)

Comfortable clothing that leaves the area to be treated easy to reach

A list of your medication, if you take any

Step by step

How the first session works

1

Medical history

We talk about your symptoms, your history and your goals.

2

Assessment

Tests of mobility, strength and function.

3

Start of treatment and plan

First techniques, an explanation of the treatment plan and a home exercise programme (Wibbi app).

Practical information

Good to know

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Duration

About 30 to 45 minutes.

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Number of sessions

Usually 9 sessions per prescription, which your doctor can renew.

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Languages

Depending on the practice, you can be treated in French, Portuguese, Spanish, English, German or Italian.

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At home or in a nursing home (EMS)

If you cannot travel, our physiotherapists can come to you.

Can’t make it? Please let us know at least 24 hours in advance so we can free up the slot.

Ready for your first session?

Choose the practice closest to you and request your appointment.