What is ‘Patient Initiated Follow Up’ or PIFU?
Patient Initiated Follow Up or PIFU is a way of putting
YOU in control.
It provides you with direct access to guidance when YOU most
need it.
Research has shown that many patients do not require regular
follow-up after a plan of care has been set up. However, some
people may experience anxiety if regular contact has been
withdrawn.
The PIFU for the MSK service offers:
• a 3 month period of open access to the MSK service based on
your agreed plan of care
• after your 3 month PIFU you will be discharged from the service
This leaflet will help you decide when you should get in touch with us
and when the 3 month access expires.
After 3 months you will need to contact your GP to be referred back
to the MSK service.
How do I book a ‘Patient Initiated Follow Up’ appointment?
The service is quick and easy to use:
Just call the number on the front of this leaflet
We will arrange a follow up appointment with your Physiotherapist.
Please note the administrators cannot give any clinical advice.
Your personal PIFU plan
Name: .................................................................................................
DOB: ...................................................................................................
NHS no. ..............................................................................................
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Name/designation: ...........................................................................
PIFU valid until: .................................................................................
After this date you will be discharged from the MSK service.
Author George Rogers
Approved by Therapies Directorate Meeting
Review Date 01/07/2027
