As we move on to live with Covid 19 and as I am a healthcare facility and work with vulnerable people, it will still be necessary to keep some procedures in place to keep people safe. I have been most grateful for the consideration of patients letting me know if they have any cold style symptoms or have been in contact with potential contacts and rearranging their appointments. Again, despite it not being legally binding your thoughtfulness for others is much appreciated. It is still necessary as we are in close contact for all patients to wear a mask, please contact me if this is a problem. The following are the new simplified procedures.
Prior to your appointment If you are a new patient I will be taking your case online this will be approximately an hour. Cases will be taken via Zoom, FaceTime, WhatsApp, Skype, or phone depending on patient’s technology. Before this can be done you will need to send me a permission to treat form.
For all patients prior to your appointment please note the following;-
- If you are unwell with any signs or symptoms like a cold, sore throat, persistent cough, headache, upset stomach, temperature or been a close contact with COVID (household family or recent contacts) or have or are recovering from COVID please contact me. You can read my cancellation policy here.
- If subsequently to your appointment attendance you develop any of the above symptoms or test positive for COVID please let me know so appropriate action can be taken.
- PLEASE CONTACT ME IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO WEAR A MASK
- If it is possible for you to send me a picture of your tongue taken in daylight but not bright light and without flash and the tongue in a relaxed position it would be most helpful. I do not need your whole face just the tongue / mouth area which will help with patient confidentiality. There is a YouTube video that you may find helpful please see
- I accept cash or bank transfer but if a problem please contact me.
CV19 secure procedures for Anne Etherton Acupuncture
Sutton Bonington Clinic
On the day of your appointment.
The following will be carried out: –
- The clinic space will be appropriately cleaned before and after my working day.
- Cleaning of surfaces such as treatment couch, desk, door handles etc. between patients will be performed.
- There will be provision of hand sanitising for you to use as you arrive and before you leave.
- Appointment times are spaced to allow cleaning between patients.
- Space between appointments will also ensure you will not meet with another patient, only myself.
On the day, what can you do to help: –
- Please be prepared to update me with your progress.
- Please remain in your car until I call you in. Drop me a text on your arrival if you can.
- Bathroom facilities are available however, I would appreciate it if it is only used, if absolutely necessary.
- Please bring your own face covering to your appointment. This can be a commercial mask, or homemade fabric mask. I can supply one if necessary.
- I will be wearing a mask as instructed by my professional bodies the British Acupuncture Council and Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine. I also will be wearing scrubs (protective uniform / covering).
- Please keep personal effects to a minimum as they will be placed in a plastic box in the practice room when you come in. The box will be cleaned between patients.
CV19 secure procedures for Anne Etherton Acupuncture
Beeston Chiropractic Clinic
On the day of your appointment.
- There is an intercom system so please press the button and wait to be let in.
- Please wear a mask.
- You will be asked to hand sanitise.
- I will come and collect you from the waiting room. I will be wearing a mask as instructed by my professional bodies the British Acupuncture Council and Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine. I also will be wearing scrubs (protective uniform / covering).