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Physiotherapy Clinic in Glasgow
Patrice Berque is a chartered physiotherapist specialised in assessing and treating injuries and playing-related musculoskeletal disorders affecting musicians and performing artists. Consultations will involve a clinical examination to determine the cause of the complaint and associated risk factors.

Clinics are presently held at:

• 358 Albert Drive Glasgow G41 5PL (map).
• The ARC, Recreation and Health Centre, Glasgow Caledonian University, City Centre, Cowcaddens Road, G4 0BA (map).
  
  For information or to arrange an initial assessment, you can contact Patrice Berque on 0141 419 0571 or 07766 687578.

Promotional Postcard
To promote this website and Patrice's services, postcards are available (150mm x 105mm). They can be given to anyone you think would be interested in this website, or benefit from a consultation. They can also be displayed in performing arts venues, teaching institutions, teaching rooms, noticeboards etc...
They are free, and you can order them directly from Patrice. Please specify how many you would like.

Professional Orchestras in Scotland
Professional Scottish Orchestras can offer financial help towards treatment costs for their members. Each orchestra has a different scheme, and it is best to contact your orchestra manager or MU representative to obtain more information:

• RSNO - The Royal Scottish National Orchestra has a "Sick Fund", which musicians can access to get reimbursed for their treatment costs. Speak to Ewen McKay (0141 225 3578), Orchestra Manager or Jenny Hope, Finance Director (0141 226 3868). Your MU representatives Peter Hunt and Ursula Heidecker will also be able to advise you.
  
• BBC SSO - The BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra has a "Training Budget" available for each orchestra member. Musicians can use these funds towards treatment costs. Speak to Joan Morrison (0141 422 6736), Orchestra Manager or Alex Gascoigne, MU representative.
• Scottish Opera - Financial help is available towards treatment costs on a "needs basis" for orchestra players with health-related problems. Speak to Jay Allen (0141 248 4567), Orchestra and Concerts Director.

To discuss your problem, have more information about physiotherapy treatment, or to arrange an appointment, contact Patrice Berque on 0141 419 0571 or 07766 687578. Confidentiality will be respected.

MBF Scheme for RSAMD students in Glasgow
The Musicians Benevolent Fund has set up a new scheme to help students by providing a grant towards health-related treatment costs. If you are a full-time student at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama in Glasgow, you will qualify for help up to £250 if you contact BAPAM. However, there are some conditions:

• You have to be a full-time student at the RSAMD.
• You need to download the "Student Application for Treatment Grant" form on www.mbf.org.uk/studenthealth.
  
• You must have the first page of this form signed by the representative responsible for this at the RSAMD, before contacting the Clinic.
• Your health problem or injury needs to be related to playing your instrument.
• You will be able to get help if you are a singer and experience problems with your voice.
• The MBF Scheme also covers students suffering from anxiety or stage fright.
• You will be assessed by a BAPAM GP, and if you need physiotherapy, the GP will refer you to me for subsequent treatments. Contact the BAPAM helpline for more information.

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