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"Magic tricks by the Physiotherapist"

About: General practices in Ayrshire & Arran Physiotherapy - South Ayrshire

(as the patient),

I visited the Physio today based in our GP surgery on recommendation from the GP for an aching wrist and shooting pains down fingers.

I expected to be told it was just a strain and would improve. However, Adam the Physio said it was due to nerve restriction in my neck. I was a bit sceptical how an issue in my neck could cause only wrist and finger pain.

Adam then did some simple tests with me that showed the weakness in my left arm/hand and explained why. He then did some simple exercises with me for a short time and then reperformed the tests.

I couldn't believe it when there was already a marked difference in strength.  He really is a magician and I will be doing my exercises religiously now.

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Response from Pamela Gibson, Patient Experience Facilitator, Nursing, NHS Ayrshire and Arran 2 weeks ago
Pamela Gibson
Patient Experience Facilitator, Nursing,
NHS Ayrshire and Arran

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Submitted on 09/04/2024 at 14:34
Published on Care Opinion at 14:34


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Dear Drean

Thank you so much for taking the time to share feedback on your healthcare experience.

It is heartening to hear that Adam, your Physiotherapist, was able to listen to you, assess your symptoms and recommend some simple exercises to help with your aching wrist and the shooting pains down your fingers. This is a lovely example of the person centred care that we strive to provide.

Our staff really appreciate receiving feedback from their patients and it will be my pleasure to ensure your lovely comments are shared with Adam. I know he will be delighted to hear that you felt so well supported by him.

Please accept my best wishes for your ongoing recovery and thank you once again for taking the time to acknowledge your care experience.

Kind regards

Pamela

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