Alta Smit
Physiotherapy

ADMINISTRATION

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When phoning for an appointment please be prepared to provide the patient’s name, phone number, the reason for appointment and referring physician if applicable. Please arrive 10 minutes prior to your first appointment to complete the application form. Bring along your medical aid card, any referral letter, reports, X-rays or scans that are relevant to your condition or injury with you.

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TREATMENT

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• A thorough physical assessment will be undertaken to determine the clinical diagnosis.

• For an accurate physical assessment to be performed the area in question needs to be exposed. Shorts and gowns are provided for this purpose, but you are welcome to wear or bring your own shorts/comfortable clothing with you if you feel more comfortable with this.

• A first evaluation and treatment are scheduled for 1 hour.

• During and after treatment the physiotherapist may educate you on the various anatomical and biomechanical structures involved. By understanding the condition it is often easier to manage it. You will often be sent home with some helpful hints and exercises to help manage the condition after your treatment session.

• Depending on your condition you may need to return for further treatment sessions, this will be discussed between you and your physiotherapist.

• Follow-up appointments are scheduled for 30 – 60 minutes to ensure adequate time for each patient.

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FEES

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• Fees are structured according to the South African Society of Physiotherapy practice codes.

• Fees vary according to each condition and treatment techniques applied.

• We charge medical aid tariffs only.

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CANCELLATION POLICY

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The practice has a 12-hour cancellation policy. Appointments not cancelled within this time can be charged for in full.

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HOURS

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We are open from 08:00 - 17:00 on Monday - Friday.