Hi to all!
I saw the nurse and the doctor this afternoon and during the consultation I asked about gym membership or exercise on prescription. They 'vaguely' knew what I was talking about but had no information about it. The nurse even made two phone calls, within the surgery. Did I imagine that GP s offer this service? Can anyone enlighten me please? thanks x
In my area they do what is called 'Activate' it i in collaboration with the NHS and the local authority. You have to get referred (by doctor, nurse or by phisiopherapist at the end of your Pulminary Rehabilitation) and you co-pay for each session (I think if you are on certain benefits this may be waived). Google you local authority Sports Centre and see if they have a similar scheme and then you have something concrete to go to your GP with. Good luck.
Hi Milestone. Thanks for your reply. I'll pop into the sports centre tomorrow and see if they 're offering a scheme. it's time to get fit!!