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Why We’ve Transitioned To Video Consultations Only At This Time

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05/04/2020 by David Birley

According to the government, practitioners in our industry are “exempt” from the social distancing laws.

But I can tell you now, a VIRUS doesn’t know your practitioner is exempt.

Clinics like ours are “allowed” to stay open for hands on treatment, as we fall under the category of healthcare.

But There’s a Problem.

We, just like all clinics, cannot guarantee the medical grade clinical hygiene required for Covid-19.

This is despite the fact that our clinic has:

  • An abundance of WHO grade sanitising products
  • Strict hygiene procedures, cleaning and disinfecting processes
  • Certificates in Hand Hygiene
  • Medical style hand washing basins in our treatment rooms
  • Single use linen and high grade disposable single use items
  • Social distancing between clients and reception staff

All Of This, Is Simply Not Enough.

For Now, We Know These Facts:

Fact: Manual Therapists have to break the rule of social distancing without any personal protective equipment (PPE) to complete a face to face and or hands on treatment.

Fact: The practitioner OR the client could unknowingly have the virus, show no signs and be unwittingly spreading it.

Fact: The virus can live on many types of surfaces for a substantial period of time, and, in the air.

Fact: People of all ages have had severe reactions to this virus, not just the elderly and vulnerable.

Fact: Simply asking if you currently have a fever or have been unwell, is not enough evidence of risk as you might have the virus and not yet be displaying symptoms.

As manual therapists, any hands on treatment or face to face consultation now comes with an “unknown” risk.

At this point in time – this is a risk we’re not willing to expose our practitioners, our clients, and their families to. Especially as we know there is so much we can do delivering our expertise in a safer manner.

So What Can We Do To Help You?

We have a lot of knowledge on a vast array of problems, and can easily help you, from your home.

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The above new service has taken a few weeks to iron out properly, and we’re confident that we can provide a high quality service.

And The Best News Is…

…You Can Try It For FREE!

That’s how much we’re committed to helping you get some advice.

Our aim is simple:

  • Prevent unnecessary visits to the GP or emergency department
  • Reduce the workload on our frontline healthcare system
  • Reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19

So jump online now and book your FREE consultation, and let’s start helping you find some solutions – risk free!

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About David Birley

David (otherwise known as "Dave The Osteo") is a Geelong based Osteopath with extensive clinical experience. He enjoys treating "difficult" cases and is passionate about finding the true cause of patient complaints.

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    • Elbow Pain
    • Wrist Pain
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    • Knee Pain
    • Ankle Pain
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    • Celeste Blake – Osteopath
    • Jackie Kovacev – Osteopath
    • Cailin Mellberg – Osteopath
    • David Birley – Osteopath
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