Orthopaedic And Osteopath

[jennyjoan]

Without going into a lengthy story - I asked my doctor via receptionist today - could I get a letter of referral to an osteopath.

I pay and have been paying from I was 16 into a wee scheme thing that if the NHS can't do the thing "they" will pay for an osteopath for 6 times.

I couldn't hear the voice mail so got neighbour over who said that receptionist has said my doctor will refer me to a private orthopaedic cos she was concerned about my hands.

I will go down to doctor's tomorrow morning and get correct version.

Anyway what is the difference between orthopaedic and osteopath. Thanks

[jennyjoan]

I have been to both - orthopaedics with my other arm last June - found she wasn't one bit interested cos she with NHS and was getting her monthly pay.

I have been to several osteopaths in the last couple of months - actually one last Friday or maybe the Friday before - forgive me if I have mentioned this but the young lad and myself were related - my dad was his great uncle. Did think he looked like one of my bros.

Anyway of the heap osteos and orthos - I have received great relief from one young girl (osteo) - excellent. I think I'll be seeing her again.

Mamy - I dont think I'll be seeing the doctor - just probably receptionist repeating the same information on the phone. You have to wait 4 weeks for a doctor's appointment.

[jennyjoan]

Update for any who is interested. Called to doctors - the receptionist who left the message was off - so another receptionist sorta gave me scant information from what she could read.

But, doctor has referred me to a private orthopaedic (sp) so will have to wait I guess but am thinking if it is private it could be quick. That's all folks.

[Bathsheba]

Good luck JJ.
When I put my back out I walked bent double into Chiropracters and walked out straight.

Baths
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[jennyjoan]

Where's Auld Scotia, is it Nova Scotia, or Scotland

[jennyjoan]

that has happened to me Bathy - a fabulous osteopath. Crawled into her and danced out. She was truly brilliant. Sadly she has retired.