Most osteopaths are very busy and one shouldn't
expect to be seen on the day of calling, especially if you are new to
the practice or the osteopath in question. This is not necessarily a bad
thing! Often it is better for things to settle a little over a few days,
but do try to keep moving, as best you can. Please consider that if you
are able to get on the treatment table in the first place, we are more
likely to be able to help. That said, if you phone early enough, there
may be a free or cancelled afternoon appointment available.
One should allow 1 hr for Initial Consultations
& 1/2 hr for follow-up treatments. The fee is for the consultation/treatment
& not for a set time slot. Time is needed for writing notes.
Appointments cancelled or simply not attended,
without 24 hrs notice are charged for. Someone else, that may be
suffering, could have been seen in this time & one day that may be
you!
On occasions I may run late, this may be for various
reasons i.e. I have needed to write a note for someone to take to A
& E, I have been treating someone who is elderly/infirm, etc., if this is
the case - I apologise. Some cases are more complex than others & safety should
not be compromised by rushing. Please, also understand we are unable to
run late if you are late. You may be offered a short treatment or
re-booking an appointment, depending on lateness.
Foot Note: Initial Consultation comprises
of a:- full medical history, examination, tests etc., & usually
includes treatment. On occasions we may need to refer you to your GP or
elsewhere for further tests. This is for your safety & best care!
Neston is on the Cheshire side or the Cheshire /
Merseyside border of the Wirral, mid way (10 miles) between Liverpool
Merseyside & Chester Cheshire.
Updated -
08 March 2010
İAndrew C. Woodhouse
BSc
(Hons) Ost
Osteopath,
NAET practitioner & western acupuncturist.
Caution!
The information contained
herein is a matter of professional opinion & should only
be used for guidance only. When it comes to issues of
health we can only talk in general terms and this site
is not intended for the purposes of self
treatment/diagnosis. If you feel you have a problem,
then we advise that you seek professional help from an
appropriately qualified health care professional,
doctor, osteopath, chiropractor or other, as
appropriate.
Any questions can be
emailed via the contact page., but please understand
that I receive a large volume of enquiries and am unable
to deal with them all.
