Provision of first contact physiotherapy in primary care across the UK: A survey of the service

Background First Contact Physiotherapy (FCP) is an emerging model of care whereby a specialist physiotherapist located within general practice undertakes the first patient assessment, diagnosis and management without a prior GP consultation. Despite institutional and professional body support for this model and NHS commitment to its implementation, data regarding current FCP provision are limited.Objectives To identify current FCP service provision across the UK, including models of provision and key professional capabilities.

Source: Physiotherapy - April 26, 2020 Category: Physiotherapy Authors: Serena Halls, Rachel Thomas, Hannah Stott, Margaret E. Cupples, Paula Kersten, Fiona Cramp, Dave Foster, Nicola Walsh Source Type: research