What do I wear?
For any manual treatments you will be asked to remove only the necessary items of clothing appropriate for the area being worked on. Underwear will remain worn at all times. For work on the legs if you prefer you may bring a pair of loose fitting comfortable shorts. Towels will be used to cover any parts of the body that are not being worked on.
Who can’t you work on?
If you have been diagnosed with any of the following conditions it may be necessary to acquire GP for consent before attending your first appointment. This list is not exhaustive so if you are uncertain about suitability for treatment please contact us:
Diabetic, High/Low blood pressure (on medication), Fever or illness, Abdominal pain, Vomiting/Diarrhoea, infectious skin condition, varicose veins or DVT, recent surgery, cancer, acute injury within 48 hours including bruising, swelling, sprains & strains
What are the after-effects?
After your appointment it is important to drink water. Your practitioner will discuss with you any anticipated side effects before commencing treatment. Due to the effects on your body some treatments may leave you feeling tired or dehydrated unless you drink sufficient fluids.
You may find that you encounter some stiffness or tenderness in your muscles for the few days following treatment. This is not uncommon and is in indication that the treatment has had effect. It can be likened to the stiffness you encounter following exercise if you are not accustomed to it. If you experience any severe increases in pain or new symptoms that were not discussed with your practitioner then seek appropriate medical advice.
Is there any disabled access?
There is no disabled access at our Histon Road Clinic. If you have any special requirements then please feel free to contact us to see if we can accommodate you as home visits within a reasonable distance of the clinic are possible for patients with accessibility issues.
How many sessions will I need?
Ideally most of our Services should be used for injury prevention and general maintenance. This means that having a treatment weekly or once every few weeks is often more helpful than only having appointments once an injury has occurred or long period of time has passed. If that is not suitable for you your practitioner will discuss with you how you can manage your condition at home.
Will my Health Insurance cover the cost of treatment?
Please contact us to discuss if your insurer covers the specific Service you are interested in as not all insurance companies cover all of our treatments. Alternatively contact your insurance provider for more information.
