First Contact Physiotherapist

FCP’S are specialist physiotherapists who are based in the GP practice and who treat patients who come into the clinic with musculoskeletal problems.

Patients with MSK conditions bypass the appointment with a GP and go straight to get help with a specialist physiotherapist. Instead of the traditional method where they are seen by the GP then referred for a physio appointment which can take up to 6 weeks or more.

This makes wait and recovery times shorter, frees up GP appointments, and reduces the need for medication.

To make an appointment with the FCP please contact a member of our Care Navigation team.

Date published: 13th March, 2024
Date last updated: 13th March, 2024