Self-referral Information
🦴 Muscle, Joint, and Back Pain (Physiotherapy)
If you have a joint issue, back pain, or a sports injury, you can bypass the GP and refer yourself directly to PhysioDirect
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Service: Community Physiotherapy Service
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Who it’s for: Adults with muscle, bone, or joint pain.
🧠 Mental Health & Wellbeing
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, or low mood, you do not need to wait for a GP appointment. You can access free, confidential talking therapies directly.
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Service: NHS Talking Therapies (Oldham)
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Who it’s for: Anyone aged 16+ experiencing common mental health difficulties.
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How to refer: Refer Yourself to Talking Therapies Online
🦶 Foot & Lower Limb Care (Oldham Podiatry)
If you have a problem with your feet or lower limbs, you can access specialist NHS podiatry care directly without needing to see a GP first. The community podiatry team is provided by the Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust.
Rehab 4 Addiction helps people and families understand treatment
options for alcohol addiction, drug addiction, detox, rehab,
counselling, and aftercare.
Macmillan Cancer Support
You can self refer to Macmillan by calling the Macmillan Support Line directly at 0808 808 00 00 (available 7 days a week, 08.00 to 20.00) for free.
The support line covers questions about cancer treatment, money, work, and emotional support
Page created: 20 March 2024