At WorkStrong Physiotherapy we are following the advice given by the Government and Victorian Health Department regarding Covid-19. At the clinic, we have taken these precautions to keep you and our staff as safe as possible:
- If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms we ask that you do NOT attend your appointment.
- If someone at home is experiencing cold or flu symptoms we ask that you call to reschedule your appointment also.
- If you are awaiting a covid 19 test we ask that you do NOT attend the clinic until a negative result has been given.
- If you have recently arrived from overseas we ask that you do NOT attend your appointment for at least 3 weeks.
- If you have come into close contact with someone known to have Covid-19 we ask that you do NOT attend your appointment.
- Upon arrival we invite you to wash your hands with soap and warm water provided and use the hand sanitiser regularly.
- Our practitioners will be washing their hands with warm water and soap after each consult and using hand sanitiser regularly.
- We have removed all linen from tables and are sanitising the tables after each use. If towels are used during your treatment they are washed under a hot cycle and hot tumble dry.
- We are sanitising door handles, desks and reception areas often.
- We have removed pens for the signing of EFT receipts. We have also removed magazines and water stations.
- We have spaced seating in the waiting area.
- Practitioners will be wearing surgical masks as well as goggles or face shields.
- All patients are expected to wear a face mask to their appointment.
- Practitioners are adhering to the 1.5m distancing from each other.
- Please wait in the car until your practitioner is ready to see you. They will meet you at the front door and will do a quick temperature check.
- Please do not bring family members or others to your appointment unless needed
- Instances where a family member or other may attend include.
- Dependent children where no other care can be arranged.
- Assistance to the clinic where you may be experiencing acute pain
- A disability where a carer is required.
- If an interpreter is required.
- You will be required to fill out a covid-19 screen prior to your appointment. Your practitioner will review your answers prior to your appointment.
- You will receive a phone call from your practitioner to determine whether your appointment is of an urgent nature.
*Note these policies and procedures are subject to change according to the advice given by the DHHS and Vic Government.