What if moving around becomes a bit more difficult?

More than 1.5 million people in the Netherlands experience musculoskeletal complaints (affecting the skeleton, joints and muscles) and suffer from them on a daily basis. This is not surprising, given that we are living longer. In addition, the ageing population in our region is above average.

Complaints relating to the musculoskeletal system are therefore particularly common in our practice. These complaints are unpleasant, but can often be remedied. That is why a special care programme for these complaints has been developed in Amstelland, in collaboration with general practitioners, physiotherapists and orthopaedic surgeons.

I have complaints, now what? – the physiotherapist as the first specialist

The physiotherapist is the first specialist in our region. Do you have any questions? Please contact the physiotherapist first to make an appointment. The physiotherapist will check whether a consultation with the general practitioner is necessary. The general practitioners and physiotherapists have made agreements about this.

Please note! Check your health insurance policy carefully. Is physiotherapy covered by your health insurance? And how much/how often?
Physiotherapy is often not in the standard package. Therefore, first check your health insurance so that you know where you stand.

What can I expect?

Good care in the right place. The best guidance to support you with your complaints, and preferably to help you get rid of your problems. Your healthcare providers, who are familiar with the regional orthopaedic care programme, will coordinate among themselves who and what is needed for this. Together and in consultation with you, we will determine the best course of action to reduce or eliminate your musculoskeletal complaints.

Getting started

You play the most important role in the process of recovering from your symptoms! You discuss them with the physiotherapist, who will draw up a suitable exercise programme and guide you through it, with a focus on recovering from your symptoms. This allows us to achieve great results! If the symptoms persist, your own physiotherapist and general practitioner will guide you towards a follow-up programme, for which the exercise programme you have followed is the best starting point.