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Our remote consultations for physiotherapy, workstation assessments, and one-to-one Pilates.

Our remote consultations involve us undertaking your appointment via a video link on your computer, tablet, or smartphone.

Rapid Implementation Guidelines have been published to allow us to use varying methods of remote contact, including WhatsApp video, FaceTime, Skype, and Zoom, so that we can begin as soon as possible. We are happy to use whichever application you are most familiar with.

If you have any queries, please get in touch. We are available 8am to 8pm, Monday to Saturday, for a free telephone consultation.

Remote consultation instructions

What do you need to have?

  • A good internet connection.
  • Access to a private, well-lit room where you won’t be disturbed.
  • A computer, tablet, or smartphone with built-in camera and microphone.
  • Pen and paper to hand.

Ensure you are able to prop your camera / screen up, and use it hands free, so that we can ask you to stand up and perform movements whilst you are visible on screen.

If it is a workstation set up, the camera needs to be separate to your main workstation equipment, for example, using your smartphone to one side so our physiotherapist can see you working at your desk.

What do you need to do?

BEFORE THE CONSULTATION:

  • Follow the provided set-up instructions to the video conferencing software.
  • Test your audio and video connection and adjust the settings so you can see and hear well (or get someone to do this for you).
  • Ensure you have adequate room to move about in.
  • Ensure we have your telephone number in case the video link fails.
  • Ensure you are wearing appropriate clothing for the area we need to assess (e.g., a vest for a shoulder examination or shorts for a knee examination).

A degree of undressing may be required, for example, we may ask you to remove your top to see your back. We will not ask you to remove underwear.

DURING THE CONSULTATION:

  • Say hello or wave when you see us (we may both have to play around with the sound and picture settings to get them working well).
  • Look at the screen (there’s no need to look directly at the camera).
  • If you get cut off and cannot re-connect, wait for a phone call.
  • When we have both said good-bye, disconnect.

Remote consultations are voluntary however the large majority of face-to-face appointments are not available at this time.

Your consent to the remote consultation is implied by accepting the online invitation and entering the remote consultation. You will be sent a separate consent form via email which we ask you to complete and return to us via email before your consultation takes place.

It is your responsibility to ensure you have adequate anti-spyware and anti-virus protection on your equipment/devices. If you are using a mobile phone the contact can only be as secure as any other call on that mobile network.

The call will not be digitally recorded without your prior consent but clinical outcomes from the consultation will be recorded and stored on your patient record at Marple Physiotherapy.

We will ensure there will be no-one else present in the room who may see and/or hear the consultation without your consent.

Remote physiotherapy review

If you are wondering how online physiotherapy could help you, please read Kat’s review following her recent remote consultation.

“I really cannot recommend this practice highly enough. After two years of chronic pain, I am finally on the road to recovery, thanks to the help of the physiotherapists at Marple Physio. I also had my first video consultation appointment with Nicky yesterday, something the practice has introduced now face to face appointments are not currently possible. I was unsure how a video consultation would work, but I found it to be extremely useful. I have been experiencing a flare up of symptoms over the last few weeks, and Nicky did a fantastic job of suggesting exercises and movements I could use to help with them. She demonstrated moves, observed how I was moving, and I feel confident I now have some new things to try, to help relieve symptoms. I would definitely recommend a video consultation, to anyone wondering if it might be helpful.”

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To book your consultation please complete our online booking form*.

If you would like to know more about how we can help you, please contact us and one of our friendly team will be happy to discuss your needs, without obligation.

* Please note: If your treatment costs are to be paid directly by your health insurance company, we kindly ask that you contact us by phone or email to arrange your appointment.

0161 426 0100

enquiries@marplephysio.com

Please read our cancellation policy.

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Michelle H. ★★★★★ I had a problem with my neck and shoulder that was causing me a lot of debilitating pain. I booked into Marple Physio with Liz and I have to say that the treatment I received was first class. With Liz’s expert advice, magic hands and wisdom, in just a handful of sessions the pain and problem were no more. Following on from this treatment Liz recommended I try regular back, neck and shoulder massages to help prevent the problem reoccurring. She recommended Maria. Oh my days, Maria’s massages are beyond fantastic! I really look forward to the appointments and can definitely recommend them.I would without doubt recommend Marple Physio, the service is outstanding. Thank you so much Liz and Maria.Response from the ownerHi Michelle, Thank you for sharing your experiences at Marple Physio. We are pleased to have been of so much help. Mark W. ★★★★★ I’m really pleased with the results of my physio sessions with Nicky. I had a pain all the way down the back of my left leg for over a year. It was uncomfortable all the time but when jogging the pain increased and it felt very tight. Plus I had mild pain in my lower back for over 20 years, which I assumed was due to me sitting at a desk all day everyday. I just accepted it over the years and tried to ignore it.The physio sessions focused on daily exercises and stretches. Over the sessions, more stretches were introduced and we ensured I was doing them all correctly. This was important, as I’d somehow managed to drift from what I’d been shown between the early sessions. Eventually, I nailed it and I now have no pain in my leg or lower back. I’m doing the Marple Parkrun every week and generally feel more relaxed, as I have no background pain.I wish I’d gone to Marple Physio sooner.Thanks Nicky.Response from the ownerHappy to have helped, great stuff! Karen S. ★★★★★ I've used Marple Physio for several issues relating to back, neck and jaw pain and the team are ace, I've had physio including acupuncture and Liz is fabulously attentive and caring. I've also recently had a sports massage with Hadiya. I went in with pain so distracting I was struggling to stand/walk and left feeling like a massive weight had been lifted and went to a concert and stood up all evening. Highly recommend them!Ellie R. ★★★★★ I booked in for a sports massage after struggling with neck and shoulder pain. Nadia was absolutely amazing throughout, I’m now feeling so much better and I’m able to turn my neck again. Thank you so much Nadia!M. G. ★★★★★ My son and I have both had physio treatment from Liz, who has been brilliant in helping us quickly improve our symptoms. She has gone out of her way to help us, and is a thoroughly kind and highly knowledgeable professional. Thank you so much!Alan W. ★★★★★ I have used Marple Physio several times for a variety of musculoskeletal problems. They have always been very accessible, efficient and effective in treating me. They are my first port of call for anything of this kind.Lara D. ★★★★★ I've had a few sports related injuries over the past few years and have seen both Nicky and Liz at Marple Physio. Both were super knowledgeable, understood the issue, and provided practical advice and exercises to help me quickly get back up and running (literally). I really recommend Marple Physio and have had nothing but good experiences. Thanks so much for all your help!Paul M. ★★★★★ My 13 year old son was suffering from a lower back issue that was stopping him football training and playing for over 4 weeks and it was really getting him down. A single appointment at Marple physio did the trick. The issue was quickly diagnosed, treated and he was left feeling much better with some exercises that have completed his recovery. I would highly recommend Marple Physio.G B ★★★★★ I went to Marple Physio during pregnancy as I was having problems with pelvic girdle pain and hypermobility. Before I started, I was struggling to walk up stairs without being in a lot of pain, had disturbed sleep from it and was dreading things getting worse in my final few months of pregnancy.Over my sessions Nicky gave me exercises that were manageable and safe, but still felt like they were making a big difference to my pain and also building up my strength. Pretty quickly I found my pain easing up and by my final session at 36 weeks, I felt in so much better shape than when I first started!I’d recommend Nicky to anyone needing support, but especially when pregnant. She was very approachable and really listened to what I needed and what I felt I could do as my pregnancy progressed.js_loader

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