What to Expect at Your Physiotherapy Appointment
Whether you’re coming for women’s health in Canberra, prenatal or postnatal physiotherapy, strength training and bone health support, or musculoskeletal pain management, your first appointment at Together Strong in Canberra follows a comprehensive, personalised process designed to understand your goals and tailor a plan just for you.
1. Before Your consultation
Once you’ve booked your initial consultation, we’ll send you a booking confirmation with pre-appointment questionnaires if required. This helps us understand your goals and history before you arrive.
2. What Happens at Your First Visit
During your strength & bone health, women’s health, pregnancy/postnatal and musculoskeletal consultation, your physiotherapist will take time to:
listen to your story and concerns
conduct a detailed assessment (movement, strength, posture, symptoms)
identify what’s limiting your function
explain findings in easy-to-understand language
co-design a plan to help you achieve your goals
3. How We Tailor Care
Together Strong takes a strength-led approach. After assessment, your plan may include:
individually tailored strength training programs
bone health and osteoporosis support
pelvic floor strengthening or pelvic care if relevant
progression toward safe loading and resilience
4. What to Bring and How to Prepare
comfortable clothing (for movement)
any referral or imaging reports
list of current symptoms or goals
5. After Your Appointment
At the end of your first session, you’ll leave with:
a clear explanation of your plan
achievable next steps
home advice and exercises (if appropriate)
guidance on classes or follow-up care
6. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need a referral?
A: No, you can book directly online.
Q: Do you provide women’s health and strength care?
A: Yes — we support women across prenatal, postnatal, strength, bone health, pelvic health and pain management.
Q: How long is the first physiotherapy visit?
A: Initial Bone & Strength and Women’s Health Consultations are one hour. Initial Musculoskeletal consultations are 45 minutes.
Q: What should I wear?
A: comfortable clothing (for movement).
Ready to get started? Book your initial consultation today.