Self-referral
Page last reviewed: 22 April 2026
Page created: 29 October 2025
Page created: 29 October 2025
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Phio is a digital MSK physiotherapy assessment, supporting NHS Highland's First Contact Physiotherapy service.
Phio is a clinically-supported, digital musculoskeletal system. It is a free interactive online tool that quickly and accurately signposts you to the right pathway to support your MSK condition.
The Phio assessment takes approximately 10 minutes to complete and your answers will always be assessed by Phio's qualified physiotherapy team. If your condition is deemed suitable, you will be invited to download an app on your smartphone with a programme of exercises tailored to your condition. You should receive this within 48 hours. Once you start, a team of physiotherapists are on hand to monitor and support you via a two-way chat.
This service is totally free, is overseen by the physiotherapy team at Phio, and will not impact your access to other care services.