• Appointments can be over Zoom, over the phone or face-to-face.

• If you are based in central Scotland and would like a face-to-face appointment in your home, please email katy@katysmithrespiratoryphysio.com to discuss as I will need to allow for travel time from Glasgow.

• Don’t hesitate to contact me via email or social media to discuss before hand if you’re unsure what’s right for you.

During your appointment

• The appointment will be 60 minutes for an initial consultation.

• 45 minutes for a return appointment.

• We’ll discuss your medical history including COVID, respiratory symptoms, other symptoms, your work, lifestyle and habits.

• We’ll assess your posture, breathing pattern, and might ask you to try and hold your breath.

• We’ll create a treatment plan that works for you.

• This could include:

  • Advice on self management

  • Positioning

  • Breathing Exercises

  • Relaxation Techniques

  • Advice about activities of daily living

  • Pacing

  • Breathing pattern re-education

  • Hands on treatment