Frequently asked questions

Physiotherapists are university trained and are experts in injury diagnosis, injury treatment, exercise prescription, injury prevention, rehabilitation and many other areas of sport and health and fitness. These include respiratory, neurological and metabolic conditions like asthma, strokes, diabetes and so on. They are called Physical Therapists in America.

Sports therapists don't just train sports people, they coach for functional fitness, strength and conditioning. They use taping and hands on techniques too. However, their training generally focuses on the muscle and joint systems, and does not include the other systems and associated health conditions.

We have chosen to term our services Physical Fitness Sountions.

At your first appointment we will ask you to provide any relevant medical history. If you have them, bring scan/MRI reports along with any medication list for Physical Therapy consultation. You may wish to bring your footwear if it is an activity-related issue, shorts and a vest top. Otherwise, wear loose, non-restricting clothes. For physical examinations, you may need to undress your feet or down to your underwear with back, neck and shoulder problems. We ask that you hydrate following your visit for toxin release, re-hydration and dilution of inflammation.

Unless specified, the number of treatments will vary depending on what you as the individual need to be beneficial. So anywhere from 1 to regular maintenance.  After your assessment, we will discuss your treatment plan and make recommendations.

Depending on the treatment technique and area treated, you might be asked to undress into your underwear, vest or shorts. Some treatment don't require this. If you stay fully dressed, please wear comfortable and loose clothing for moving around or lying down.

You can book an initial consultation if you are unsure of what treatment you should get. Book a practitioner or service directly via https://the-wellness-barn-edinburgh.uk2.cliniko.com/bookings

Otherwise, get in touch with specific practitioners (by email or phone numbers under practitioner information) to ask any questions you have about our different services.

No. Any service you book will assess and treat without referral by a GP. If we feel you would benefit from seeing a GP, or other practitioner, we will direct you to a trusted professional where possible.

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