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Your Journey to Moving Better Starts Here.

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Visiting a new therapist for the first time can feel a little unfamiliar, especially if you've been living with pain, recovering from an injury or struggling with movement for some time.

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At Have a Painfree Body, your first appointment is designed to be relaxed, thorough and focused entirely on you.

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I'll take the time to listen, understand your concerns, assess how your body moves and explain what may be contributing to your symptoms.

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A personalised appointment that includes:

• Discussion of your symptoms and goals

• Physical and movement assessment

• Hands-on treatment where appropriate

• Advice and a tailored plan for moving forward

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No rushed appointments. No one-size-fits-all treatment. Just personalised care focused on helping you feel and move better.

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What to Expect During Your Visit

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1. We Start With a Conversation

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Your appointment begins with a friendly, detailed discussion about what brings you in.

I'll ask about your symptoms, previous injuries, lifestyle and the activities that may be affected.

Most importantly, I'll want to understand what you'd like to achieve. Whether that's relieving pain, returning to sport, improving mobility or simply feeling more comfortable in everyday life.

This is your opportunity to ask questions and tell me your story.

​Note: A less thorough assessment is normally needed for massage therapy. 

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2. A Thorough Assessment for Pain and Movement issues

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Next, I'll assess the areas causing concern and look at how your body moves and functions.

Depending on your symptoms, this may include checking your posture, mobility, joint movement, muscle function, balance and movement patterns.

Rather than focusing only on where you feel discomfort, I also consider how other parts of your body may be contributing to the problem.

The aim is to build a clearer picture of what may be affecting your movement and comfort.

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3. A Clear Explanation of What We Find

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Once we've completed the assessment, I'll explain my findings in straightforward, easy-to-understand language.

We'll discuss what may be contributing to your symptoms, which areas need attention and the treatment options that may be most appropriate.

You'll have the opportunity to ask questions and understand the reasoning behind your treatment.

I believe that understanding your body is an important part of making progress.

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4. Treatment During Your First Visit

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Where suitable, your first appointment will include treatment based on your assessment findings and individual needs.

This may involve a combination of advanced hands-on techniques, soft-tissue therapy to relieve muscle pain, muscle tension or specialist movement-based therapy.

Treatment is always adapted to your comfort, symptoms and goals, and I'll explain what we're doing as we go.

If your symptoms suggest that further medical investigation or a different type of care is needed, we'll discuss the appropriate next steps.

You won't simply receive a standard treatment, your session is tailored to you.

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5. Your Personalised Plan and Next Steps

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Before you leave, we'll discuss how to support your progress between appointments.

Depending on your needs, this may include simple movement exercises, activity modifications, self-care advice or recommendations for gradually returning to normal activities.

We'll also discuss whether further treatment would be beneficial and what that might involve.

My aim is to give you a clear understanding of your next steps, so you feel confident about moving forward.

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Your Appointment, at Your Pace

Your comfort and confidence are important throughout your appointment.

I'll explain the assessment and treatment techniques before carrying them out, and you're always welcome to ask questions.

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Whether you're attending with a recent injury or a problem you've experienced for years, you'll receive the same careful, personalised therapy.

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Practical Information Before Your Visit

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How Long Is My First Appointment?

Your first appointment allows time for a consultation, physical assessment, explanation of findings and treatment where appropriate, its 60 minutes.

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What Should I Wear?

Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows you to move freely. Sportswear, shorts or are ideal. You can bring the clothing to wear for the session and change at the clinic if you wish.

Depending on the area being assessed or treated, you may be asked to adjust or remove certain items of clothing, with your consent and privacy respected throughout.

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Is Treatment Included in My First Appointment?

Yes, your first appointment is designed to include assessment and appropriate treatment, where clinically suitable.

If further investigation or medical advice is needed before treatment, I'll explain this and discuss the next steps.

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What If I Need to Cancel or Reschedule?

If you need to change your appointment, please contact me as early as possible so the appointment can be offered to someone else.

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Cancellation notice period is 24 hours, and any late-cancellation or missed-appointments may incur charges. Its ideal to report any issues at earliest opportunity and they will be discussed with appropriate discretion considered.

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How Can I Pay?

I accept debit and credit cards, contactless payments, or cash. Payments are made in the clinic.

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Where Can I Park?

Visitor Parking at Maidstone Innovation Centre is free of charge.

 

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