Before the appointment
Check the location, appointment type, fee and treatment language. Wear clothing that lets you move comfortably. Bring a list of questions and any relevant information your practitioner has specifically asked you to bring; do not upload medical documents through the general website form.
During the conversation
Your practitioner can ask about your concerns, everyday activities and goals, then explain the proposed assessment. Ask what each step involves. You can ask for a pause, decline a proposed examination or discuss alternatives.
Before you leave
Ask for a clear summary: what was discussed, which next steps were agreed and how to contact the practice about the plan. Further appointments should be explained rather than assumed. The website does not set a fixed number of sessions for everyone.