The masseur-physiotherapist must offer to consult a colleague as soon as circumstances require, or accept a request from the patient or those close to the patient. He will respect the patient’s choice and, unless there are serious objections, will refer the patient or ask a colleague to do so. At the end of the consultation, and with the patient’s consent, the colleague consulted will inform the treating masseur-physiotherapist in writing of his findings, conclusions and any prescriptions.