iliastolos and ginger, I really appreciate your taking the time to reply.

I have taken on board your emphasis that your advice is only general. I really do understand that. But you have helped me to focus on the daunting task of finding the right physiotherapist. Your explanations have given me some idea of the questions I might need to ask, though I will possibly be seen as an interfering mother!

Nevertheless I am determined to get the correct treatment for my daughter, and your comments have really helped. I am very conscious of the fact that she is only 12, still growing, and has to depend on her joints not just now but for the rest of her life.

Tell me something else. Should I expect the physiotherapist to examine the xray, TAC and Wikipedia reference-linkMRI of her knee? Is this something you professionals normally do? Sorry if stupid question