Self-referral pilots to musculoskeletal physiotherapy and the implications for improving access to other AHP services

Report of work to explore the impact of opening up access to musculoskeletal physiotherapy through self-referral where it had not previously been part of usual service provision. The report also considers the implications for access to other allied health professions services. Findings highlight benefits to patients and services.

(Published October 2008, 32 pages)

Primary Care Service Frameworks

PCC has published four Primary Care Service Frameworks: Long Term Conditions, Support for Self Care, Sexual Health and Obesity. Each Primary Care Service Framework is a generic, comprehensive and enhanced service specification for PCT commissioners and Practice Based Commissioners for 2007/08. Each Primary Care Service Framework has been developed in the context of the Commissioning Framework, White Paper implementation, key national priorities and targets, and delivery mechanisms of Practice Based Commissioning.