Last year, I twisted my knee in the garden and unable to weightbear so went to A&E. Xrayed, seen by consultant and offered physio. Eventually diagnosed as torn meniscus. Excellent service from hospital physio at the lower legs rehab class. They looked after me through 12 classes till they were sure I was back on my feet again. Felt very cared for.
This year arthritis flared up in my other knee. Went to GP and was only offered anti-inflammatories which I can't take or very strong painkillers such as Tramadol. Didn't want to risk addiction so have had private treatment. No wonder so many people go straight to A&E!
"Different experience using a GP vs A&E"
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