Practice physiotherapists cut GP appointments and treat patients faster

Physiotherapists based in practices free up GPs' time and prevent up to three quarters of patients from needing extra appointments, NHS England has said.  In Darlington, a physiotherapist took pressure off four local GP practices by helping 1,147 patients with common musculoskeletal conditions– leading to just 2% requiring a GP appointment.  Three quarters of the patients did not need further appointments, said NHS England. Hide related content:  Show related contentread more
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