Physiotherapy as a first point of contact in general practice: A solution to a growing
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Physiotherapy as a first point of contact in general practice: A solution to a growing problem?

Aim: To evaluate the clinical effectiveness, patient satisfaction and economic efficacy of a Physiotherapy Service providing musculoskeletal care, as an alternative to GP care. Background: There is a growing demand on general practice resources. A novel '1st Line Physiotherapy Service' wa...

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Main Authors:	Goodwin, Rob W., Hendrick, Paul
Format:	Article
Published:	Cambridge University Press 2016
Subjects:	NHS costs; physiotherapy; primary care
Online Access:	https://eprints.nottingham.ac.uk/38894/

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