Dear Sir/Madam,
You’ve been referred to the Provide Physiotherapy service with hip or knee pain. One of the most common causes for knee and hip pain in older adults is Osteoarthritis, of which there are a lot of things you can do to help with the symptoms you might be experiencing. We know that for people experiencing these types of symptoms, it can be very beneficial to understand there is a range of things you can do to manage this effectively.
We have developed an education seminar which will be delivered in a group setting by one of our Senior Physiotherapists. The aim of this 60-minute session is to give you with the skills and knowledge to manage your symptoms most effectively. This education will focus on the roles of lifestyle management and physical activity advice as well as Osteoarthritis as a condition.
Date – Tuesday 22 July 2025
Time – 1000-1100 with a question-and-answer session 1100-1130
Location – St Mary's Church, Springfield Green, Springfield, Chelmsford, Essex CM1 7HS
Parking – parking on the road outside or in the Springfield Green clinic and a walk across to the venue
What
to bring – pen/pad
Whilst this session is run by one of our very experienced physiotherapists, due to the group setting, it will not be possible to give specific individualised advice however there will be the opportunity to ask questions. We know that the best practice guidance strongly supports this type of approach.
This session is optional and is a way of accessing support and information sooner than waiting for a one-to-one appointment. If following the session, you feel further support is required, you will be provided with the opportunity to book an appointment with one of our team. If after 3 months, we have not heard from you we will discharge you back to your GP.
Kind regards,
Provide Physiotherapy Team
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