What to Expect

At East Coast Physio, your experience comes first. From your first hello to your final goodbye, our goal is to make your visit clear, comfortable, and focused on fast, meaningful results—so you can return to work, sport, and pain-free living.

Before Your Visit

  • Forms & history: We’ll ask about your health, injury history, and goals so we can tailor your care.
  • What to bring: Any imaging or reports, a list of medications/allergies, and your insurance details (if applicable).
  • What to wear: Comfortable clothing that lets you move (shorts/tank for shoulder, hip, knee, or ankle concerns; supportive footwear if relevant).
  • Referral: Many plans allow direct access to physiotherapy; some insurers may require a doctor’s note—check your coverage.

During Your Appointment

  1. Conversation & goal-setting We start by listening—what happened, what matters to you, and what “better” looks like in your daily life.
  2. Movement assessment Your clinician will assess posture, mobility, strength, balance, and task-specific movements (e.g., lifting, squatting, reaching). If needed, we’ll perform special tests to pinpoint the source of symptoms.
  3. Clear explanation We translate findings into plain language: what’s going on, why it’s happening, and what you can do about it—right now.
  4. Treatment begins day one Based on your assessment, your session may include:
  • Hands-on techniques (joint and soft-tissue work)
  • Targeted exercise and neuromuscular retraining
  • Mobility and strength programming
  • Taping or bracing guidance (when appropriate)
  • Education on pacing, ergonomics, and symptom management

    5. Personalized plan You’ll leave with a step-by-step plan: how often to come in, what to do at home, and the milestones we’ll use to track progress.

After Your Appointment

  • Home program: Easy-to-follow exercises and tips to keep you moving forward between visits.
  • What you might feel: Mild post-treatment soreness can be normal and short-lived—we’ll tell you what to expect.
  • Support: Questions after you leave? Reach out—your clinician is here to help.

Our Commitment

  • Patient-first experience: You’re heard, respected, and involved in every decision.
  • Experienced clinicians: Many years of combined expertise guiding evidence-based care.
  • Fast, functional results: Focused on getting you back to what you love—safely and confidently.