COVID 19 and your appointment
I would like you to feel confident and relaxed about coming back for treatment, so I thought I would take this opportunity to update you on some of the changes that will be necessary in order to provide a safe environment for us all.
There is reasonable evidence now that people can be infectious 2-5 days before symptoms surface, or have no symptoms at all. This means to be as safe as possible we need to treat everyone as if they are potentially carrying the virus (which applies to me too).
Using guidelines developed by my professional body, the Institute of Osteopathy, I will implement the following procedures:
The Institue of Osteopathy have produced this video, which explains what to expect...
There is reasonable evidence now that people can be infectious 2-5 days before symptoms surface, or have no symptoms at all. This means to be as safe as possible we need to treat everyone as if they are potentially carrying the virus (which applies to me too).
Using guidelines developed by my professional body, the Institute of Osteopathy, I will implement the following procedures:
- I will call you before your appointment to ask some screening questions
- I will ask you to wait in your car until I invite you in for your appointment
- I will allow extra time between appointments to ensure that surfaces can be wiped down and the treatment room aired between patients
- There will be a plastic cover on the couch and pillows which will be wiped clean
- You can bring your own towel as a cover for the table or yourself, if you wish
- I will wear an apron, mask and gloves
- I will request that you wear a mask or face covering for the duration of the appointment. I can provide a disposable face mask or you can bring your own if you prefer
- I will ask you to wash or gel your hands on arrival, and as you leave
- I would like you to pay by contactless payment, if you can: the contactless payment limit has been increased to £45
The Institue of Osteopathy have produced this video, which explains what to expect...
Even with all these procedures in place it is unfortunately impossible to guarantee there is no viral transmission. I will, of course, do everything I can, but it is also up to you to decide if you feel safe enough to come in. That decision may be different for you, if you or a member of your household, are in one of the more vulnerable groups. I am always happy to speak to you and offer advice over the phone if that suits you better for now.
If you have any further questions please give me a call (0794 0794 722). I will be in touch again once I am able to confirm a re-opening date. Meanwhile wishing you all the best.
Anne Benfield
If you have any further questions please give me a call (0794 0794 722). I will be in touch again once I am able to confirm a re-opening date. Meanwhile wishing you all the best.
Anne Benfield
