What Happens During Your First Physiotherapy Assessment?

Booking your first physiotherapy appointment is a great step toward recovery, but it’s completely normal to feel a bit unsure about what to expect. When you visit our clinic in Faridabad, the process is designed to be thorough, comfortable, and highly informative.

Here is a breakdown of what happens during your initial assessment at Nerivahealth.

1. The Subjective Assessment (Your Story)

We always start by listening. Before we look at your movement, Dr. Abhishek will ask you about the history of your condition. We want to know:

• When and how did the pain start?
• What movements make it worse or better?
• What is your past medical history?
• What are your personal goals? (e.g., “I want to be able to pick up my grandchildren without pain.”)

2. The Objective Assessment (Physical Examination)

Once we understand your history, we will perform a physical examination. This involves observing your posture, checking your range of motion, testing your muscle strength, and performing specific orthopedic tests to pinpoint the exact structure causing your pain.

3. Diagnosis and Clear Explanation

We don’t just treat you in silence. We believe in patient education. We will explain exactly what is causing your pain using clear, non-medical language so you understand your own body.

4. The First Treatment Session

Your first visit isn’t just about assessment; we want you to leave feeling better than when you arrived. Depending on your condition, your first session may include manual therapy, joint mobilization, cupping, or guided exercises to provide immediate relief.

5. Your Home Exercise Plan

Recovery doesn’t stop when the session ends. You will be provided with a customized set of home exercises to maintain the progress we made during the session and prevent the pain from returning.