Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Self Referral
What is physio?
If you have already tried self help, and your symptoms have persisted longer than 6 weeks, please watch the video 'What is Physio', by clicking on the relevant tab below. Following this, if you feel Physiotherapy is the right next step to help you, please complete the self referral form.
What is Physio Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy Self Referral Form Click here to download a printable version to complete and return to your local site
Self-help
Most musculoskeletal problems get better with time and simple exercise. Please visit their self-help pages on their website. If you are unsure or concerned, please contact your GP practice.
Alert (Red)
Have you recently or suddenly developed low back pain and/or leg pain with any of the following symptoms?
- A new onset of bladder or bowel incontinence
- New altered sensation around the genitals or back passage
- New loss of sexual function
- A sudden onset of nerve pain going down both legs, or pain that started in one leg and has now spread to both
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please seek immediate medical advice by calling 111, attending your nearest Emergency Department (in East Lancashire this is Royal Blackburn Teaching Hospital), or contact your GP practice promptly.
Alert (Amber)
Do you have:
- An extremely painful hot swollen joint.
- Constant severe pain and you are unable to find relief.
- A history of cancer within the past 12 months or are you being actively treated for cancer
- An appointment with, or have you recently been seen by, the Rheumatology, Pain Management Service or any other Hospital Consultant for this problem
- A problem you feel is more of a medical issue
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, please contact your GP practice for further advice.
Published: Jun 12, 2026
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