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In principle, you can go to the physiotherapist for all types of pain in the movable parts of the body. Depending on whether the pain is in the muscles, ligaments, and tendons, or in the harder parts of the body such as your spine or joints, it determines which therapist you should visit.

If you have a complaint related to the musculoskeletal system that you believe a physiotherapist can help with, in most cases, you do not need a referral for physiotherapy. This applies regardless of whether the complaint concerns your muscles, joints, tendons, or ligaments.

Exceptions for a Physiotherapy Referral

Of course, there are exceptions where a referral for physiotherapy will required. This concerns chronic conditions that listed by the government. This list has created because chronic conditions often (partially) covered by the basic insurance.

When You’re Uncertain Whether You Need a Referral for Physiotherapy

If you are not sure whether you need a referral, the physiotherapist or our central office can always provide you with more information. Additionally, your health insurance policy will indicate whether a referral from your general practitioner or medical specialist is necessary for physiotherapy.

The cost of physiotherapy depends on how you are insured. If you are not insured for physiotherapy, you can view the rates in our pricing overview at the bottom of this page.

If you have additional insurance, it will always used first. If it fully used up or the coverage is insufficient, you will receive an invoice for your treatments.