Specialist Physiotherapy Services
A Physiotherapy Specialist is a physiotherapist who has been formally recognised by the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand as being an expert within a specific area of clinical practice.
Physiotherapy Specialist (Musculoskeletal)
Dr Angela Cadogan (PhD) is a Physiotherapy Specialist (Musculoskeletal) with a sub-speciality in shoulder conditions. Angela has a PhD in the diagnosis of shoulder pain, and her caseload consists exclusively of shoulder conditions. She provides the following services on referral from a health practitioner:
Dr Angela Cadogan (PhD) is a Physiotherapy Specialist (Musculoskeletal) with a sub-speciality in shoulder conditions. Angela has a PhD in the diagnosis of shoulder pain, and her caseload consists exclusively of shoulder conditions. She provides the following services on referral from a health practitioner:
- Diagnostic review, including referral for diagnostic imaging as required
- Rehabilitation review for physiotherapists
- Specialist physiotherapy treatment and rehabilitation for specific and complex shoulder conditions (in limited circumstances)
Referrals for Physiotherapy Specialist Consultations
A written referral is required from a health professional for Specialist Consultations. Your GP, physiotherapist, medical specialist, or other registered healthcare provider can send us a referral.
Initial consultations are 1 hour, and follow-up appointments are 30 mins, unless otherwise arranged.
Physiotherapy Specialist Consultations
At the initial consultation (1 hour), a full assessment of your shoulder will be conducted and a full explanation of the findings will be provided. Treatment options will be discussed and you will be given the opportunity to ask questions and determine your preferred treatment pathway. If further imaging is required to help with diagnosis, or if onward referral to another health professional or medical specialist is required, this will be discussed with you. Generally your referring provider will arrange any necessary investigations or referrals. Your referrer will receive a full report following the consultation, and this will be copied to your GP, and any other health professionals involved in your care to ensure a cohesive approach to your management.
How Does This Work with ACC Claims?
If you have a current, accepted ACC claim, and your referrer has requested that you be seen under the "Physiotherapy Specialist Services" contract, your appointment may be fully funded (no surcharge). Patients receive a 1-hour initial consultation. If you currently have a physiotherapist, you will normally return to them for ongoing treatment. For complex conditions, up to four follow-up sessions with the specialist physiotherapist may be available.
A referral from your treatment provider is required for specialist physiotherapy services.
If you do not have ACC, or insurance cover for your injury, Physiotherapy Specialist appointments are charged at a private Specialist rate. Contact us for current Specialist Consultation Fees.
A written referral is required from a health professional for Specialist Consultations. Your GP, physiotherapist, medical specialist, or other registered healthcare provider can send us a referral.
Initial consultations are 1 hour, and follow-up appointments are 30 mins, unless otherwise arranged.
Physiotherapy Specialist Consultations
At the initial consultation (1 hour), a full assessment of your shoulder will be conducted and a full explanation of the findings will be provided. Treatment options will be discussed and you will be given the opportunity to ask questions and determine your preferred treatment pathway. If further imaging is required to help with diagnosis, or if onward referral to another health professional or medical specialist is required, this will be discussed with you. Generally your referring provider will arrange any necessary investigations or referrals. Your referrer will receive a full report following the consultation, and this will be copied to your GP, and any other health professionals involved in your care to ensure a cohesive approach to your management.
How Does This Work with ACC Claims?
If you have a current, accepted ACC claim, and your referrer has requested that you be seen under the "Physiotherapy Specialist Services" contract, your appointment may be fully funded (no surcharge). Patients receive a 1-hour initial consultation. If you currently have a physiotherapist, you will normally return to them for ongoing treatment. For complex conditions, up to four follow-up sessions with the specialist physiotherapist may be available.
A referral from your treatment provider is required for specialist physiotherapy services.
If you do not have ACC, or insurance cover for your injury, Physiotherapy Specialist appointments are charged at a private Specialist rate. Contact us for current Specialist Consultation Fees.