Coronavirus COVID-19 Update – October 2022
I am so excited to announce that I am... BACK OPEN FOR BUSINESS!
I am re-opening appointments and accepting bookings at my Home Studio Clinic from October 2022.
I would like to thank each and every one of my clients for their continued patience, understanding, loyalty and support whilst I get back on my feet. I have been working hard behind the scenes to make sure my home studio is kitted out and ready to welcome clients in a safe and controlled environment.
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Changes...?
As a fully qualified and professional Sports Massage therapist, I have been thoroughly trained to work to the highest of hygiene standards in a clinical setting, even before the Covid-19 pandemic struck. Therefore, many of the cleaning and sanitising procedures were previously in place in my clinics.
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However, as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic, infection prevention measures have been enhanced, and appointments will be running slightly differently now to keep you safe. Please ensure you carefully read the new clinic guidelines (see below) and familiarise yourself with these so you know what to expect - which will help me run appointments as smoothly as possible. These new procedures have been put in place to minimise risk and to ensure both yours and my safety. Thank you in advance for your time and co-operation!
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Covid-19 Safety Training:
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​Covid-19 Clinic Guidelines
Thankfully, we are no longer in a pandemic and the number of Covid-19 cases appears to be relatively controlled. However, Louisa is continually monitoring the situation and if the number of cases begins to rise, you may also be required to submit an online Covid-19 Screening Form prior to your appointments.
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I have been trained and certified in "Infection Prevention and Control", "Hand Hygiene", "Respiratory", and "PPE" by the World Health Organisation (see my certificates to the left of this text) to gain as much updated knowledge as I can to ensure I run a safe and effective practice.
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Due to the unpredictable and unreliable nature of the pandemic I am now only taking bookings from my private home studio premises, instead of at the Sports Centre. (Please see Location for more information).
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I have now moved my consultation/consent forms online which means you can fill them in before your appointment in order to minimise face-to-face contact time: Pre-Appointment Health Forms.
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Appointments are now spaced a minimum 60 minutes apart (usually longer) to allow time for thorough ventilation and enhanced sanitisation
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If the number of Covid-19 cases begin to rise, your contactless temperature will be taken on arrival.
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If the number of Covid-19 cases begin to rise, you will also be required to submit a Covid-19 Screening Form prior to each appointment.
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I (the therapist) will be wearing appropriate PPE.
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You (the client) are not required to wear a face mask whilst laying on the treatment table. Again, Louisa is monitoring the situation, and if the number of cases begin to rise, masks will need to be worn upon entering and leaving your appointment.
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The treatment couch is fully cleaned and disinfected between clients (standard practice anyway...!)
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Hand sanitiser is available for you to use before/after you leave the treatment room (standard practice anyway....!)
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All linen is replaced between clients and washed at 60 degrees (standard practice....)
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My clinic cleaning routine (standard practice...) has now been enhanced in order to limit the spread of infection - ALL door handles and equipment is now fully cleaned and disinfected between clients
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Regardless of the temperature outside, you can always ask for the window to be left open throughout your appointment if it would make you feel more comfortable. Please just ask! (In the summertime, the window may be open anyway)
Pre-Appointment Covid -19 Form
It is no longer compulsory that this form is completed and submitted following the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown. However, this is subject to change, following industry, World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines. Louisa will post any updates here.
​If you are feeling unwell and/or have been in close contact with anyone testing positive for Covid-19 please Contact Me to reschedule your appointment.
THANK YOU FOR READING!
If you would like to see further details on my updated precautionary measures, please read my Covid-19 Risk Assessment.
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I have done my upmost to ensure that my home studio clinic is a relaxing, but also a safe and controlled space to welcome my clients into. However, if you have any questions, queries, or suggestions as to how I can make your experience more comfortable at all, please do get in touch. ​
Thank you again for your patience and understanding during the the last two years, and I am excited for you to see my studio clinic.
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Stay safe,
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Louisa