Your first appointment is an initial consultation to get as much information as possible about your pain, injury and physiotherapy needs.

Appointments take up to 30 minutes. It is best to arrive 10 minutes early for your first appointment to complete any paperwork.

If you have more than one injury, let your physiotherapist know at the start of your first session.

Follow-up appointments take up to 30 minutes, and your therapist will talk to you about whether this is required.

Empowering you to keep active, social, and healthy is our mission. When it comes to physical health, we're experts in supporting people towards a happier, healthier life.

So when you're ready to start working to achieve your full health potential, we're here to help.

APM is part of a network of allied health professionals that cover many disciplines and areas of expertise. We're ready to work hard and support you on your health journey.

Yes, physiotherapy really works. We use evidence-based practices to help with the treatment and prevent of pain and injuries.

Physiotherapy is useful for a range of issues. Whether you're experiencing aches relating to sports injuries, pain when lifting heavy objects, or discomfort when making repetitive movements, a physio can help.

Our trained team can give you the support you need using proven techniques tailored to your goals and lifestyle.

Simply put, we care and want to get you back to doing what you love. To find out more or book an appointment, call us on 0800 967 522 today.

For ACC covered injuries, you'll need your claim number and injury date. If you have notes, scans or medical records relating to your injury, we recommend you bring these to your first appointment.

• Initial assessment – your physiotherapist will ask you questions about your pain or injury.

• Examine and test – your physiotherapist will examine the affected areas and test your movement, nerves and strength.

• Discuss treatment – your physiotherapist will share their findings and provide treatment options and ways to manage your pain or injury.

• Make a plan – your physiotherapist will work with you to plan ongoing treatment or injury management, answer questions and address concerns.

If you have more than one injury, make sure to let your physiotherapist know at the start of your first session.

Comfortable, loose clothing that doesn't restrict movement and allows access to the site of your injury.

You can go to what we cover in the ACC website to learn more