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Adult – Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Outpatients

Service name: Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Outpatients Source URL: https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/services/musculoskeletal-physiotherapy-outpatients

Our adult physiotherapy team helps you manage or improve musculoskeletal problems such as back or neck pain, sciatica, osteoarthritis, fractures, tendon or ligament injuries, and recovery after surgery. The aim is to teach you how to control your symptoms through education and exercise. Treatment may include:

• One‑to‑one rehabilitation sessions
• Group exercise classes
• Manual therapy or acupuncture
• Advice on self‑care exercises you can do at home

How to be referred:

• Your GP, consultant, or you can self‑refer using the online MSK referral form (no telephone self‑referrals).
• After referral, a senior clinician will contact you to arrange an appointment.

Contact details:

• Phone: 0118 904 1777
• Email: mskphysioadminwest@berkshire.nhs.uk
• Main location: Bath Road, Reading, RG30 2BA

What to expect at your first appointment:

• You may be asked to bring a list of current medication and any letters from other doctors.
• Wear loose, comfortable clothing and footwear you can move in.
• The first visit usually lasts 30–45 minutes and includes a health history and physical assessment.
• You can bring a family member or friend for support.

Children and Young People – Physiotherapy Service for Children and Young People

Service name: Physiotherapy Service for Children and Young People Source URL: https://www.berkshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/services/physiotherapy-service-for-children-and-young-people

Our CYP physiotherapy team works with children and young people (aged 0‑19) to help them become as independent as possible. We focus on:

• Developing gross motor skills, posture, and walking ability
• Advising on specialist equipment such as seating, standing frames, mobility aids, and splints
• Supporting everyday mobility and reducing the impact of physical development issues

We do not treat orthopaedic conditions like painful joints, broken bones, or respiratory problems – those should be discussed with your GP.

How to be referred:

• Children must be registered with a Berkshire GP or live in the area.
• Referrals can come from parents, carers, teachers, SENCOs, GPs, or other health professionals.
• A GP and paediatrician need to complete the referral form, which you can submit online.
• For West Berkshire primary‑school children under 5, referrals go through the Dingley Physiotherapy team at Royal Berkshire Hospital; secondary‑school children are supported by the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy team.

Contact details (selected sites):

• Wokingham Community Hospital: Phone: 0300 365 4000, Email: CYPITADMINWOKINGHAM@berkshire.nhs.uk
• Child Development Centre, St Mark’s Hospital: Phone: 0300 365 0123 (option 2), Email: cypittriage2@berkshire.nhs.uk
• West Berkshire Community Hospital: Phone: 0300 365 4000, Email: CYPIT.ADMINNEWBURY@berkshire.nhs.uk

What to bring to an assessment:

• Any reports or equipment your child uses
• Comfortable clothing for your child to move in
• A list of your child’s current medication (optional but helpful)
• You may be invited to a clinic, school, or home visit depending on needs.

This information is generated by AI using generalised information from this website. For personal advice, contact NHS 111, your GP or other healthcare provider.