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PHYSIOTHERAPY
Highly skilled therapists, here for you
- Self-refer to a highly qualified physiotherapist
- Specialists in post-surgical rehabilitation for a range of treatments
- Fast access to appointments with specialist physiotherapists
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PHYSIOTHERAPY AT HCA UK
Why choose us?
Our highly skilled physiotherapists are here to help on your journey to recovery, with expertise spanning a full range of specialities including sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, women’s health, paediatrics and neurological and vestibular rehabilitation. We’re here to support you if you’ve had a bout of illness, invasive surgery or have sustained an injury, helping you to actively and safely rebuild your strength and restore your mobility, flexibility and function.
Our physiotherapists work closely with HCA UK consultants and wider clinical teams to ensure that you always receive the highest quality of care. Self-referrals are welcome.
Our physiotherapists work closely with HCA UK consultants and wider clinical teams to ensure that you always receive the highest quality of care. Self-referrals are welcome.
2working days to respond to referrals
10,000outpatients seen by our physiotherapists every year
2weeks or less to secure an appointment
State-of-the-art facilities and approaches
Creating bespoke rehabilitation plans tailored to your recovery
Women’s health physiotherapy
Specialist help with a wide variety of conditions that may be experienced by women throughout the different stages of life
Child and family centred paediatric physiotherapy
Focussed on your child’s healthy development and wellbeing
PHYSIOTHERAPY SERVICES
A network of expert support across HCA UK
Regardless of your condition or recovery stage, our skilled private physiotherapy specialists are here to help get you back to full fitness or a more active life. We offer physiotherapy services across London and beyond with fast and flexible access to the specialist support you need, including;
- Sports injuries
- Neurological challenges
- Musculoskeletal issues
- Paediatric care
- Men's and women's health
- Vestibular therapy
- Oncology support
- Lymphoedema
- Hand therapy
- Aquatic therapy
Trauma and rehabilitation
If you've suffered a major orthopaedic trauma, typically from a road traffic accident, we can help with personalised rehabilitation programmes, designed by experts and built around your specific needs.
Neurology
Expert care for all neurological conditions
Sports and exercise medicine
Our sports and exercise medicine consultants or musculoskeletal experts treat everyone from high performance athletes to people with an injury, from recreational sport or exercise activity.
Paediatric physiotherapy
Our paediatric physiotherapists treat babies, children, and adolescents and help support the development of motor skills and strength to support engagement.
ERAs programme: Post surgical rehabilitation
Rehabilitation after surgery: The time, expert care, and specialist support you need to make a smooth journey back to good health after surgery and other treatment.
Chronic pain
Chronic pain impacts on your physical and mental wellbeing. Our experts explain the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options available.
Lymphoedema
Lymphoedema is chronic swelling caused by a build-up of fluid in the body tissue, usually in the arms and legs.
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy
Physiotherapy for gynaecological conditions, as well as bladder, bowel and pelvic conditions, including conditions related to the menopause.
Accessing private health care
Self-pay
You don’t need health insurance to be seen quickly. If you’re looking for a diagnosis or treatment and don’t want to wait, all our private healthcare services – from private physiotherapy appointments through to surgery and aftercare – can be paid for as and when you need them.
And to give you peace of mind from the start, we’ll offer you a clear and transparent quote outlining exactly what’s included in your self-pay package.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Your time with us
A little extra time, care and specialist support as you recover can make all the difference and that’s what our physiotherapy teams offer. We want you to feel confident and safe in your recovery, so our approach is carefully focussed and developed in close liaison with your HCA UK clinical team.
Our approach will vary depending on your specific needs, but the overview below gives you a good idea of what to expect.
Our approach will vary depending on your specific needs, but the overview below gives you a good idea of what to expect.
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Initial assessment
On day one, you’ll complete an assessment with your physiotherapist. You can discuss how you’re feeling, what you hope to achieve and how your recovery is going so far. Your physiotherapist will assess you and create a plan with you to work towards achieving your goals.
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Setting goals for progress
Your physiotherapist will set goals for your programme with you and define your progress markers. They’ll use objective and subjective markers to monitor your progress and adapt your treatment as needed.
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Ongoing treatment
Your ongoing treatment will be tailored to your needs. Your physiotherapist will bring all their clinical experience and expertise to your case, reviewing and modifying your treatment at every stage of your journey to recovery.
Our locations
The Portland Hospital
205-209 Great Portland Street W1W 5AH London
The Princess Grace Hospital Outpatients
30 Devonshire Street W1G 6PU London
The Shard Outpatients
The Shard 32 St Thomas Street SE1 9BS London
Physiotherapy FAQs
Physiotherapy is an evidence-based method that uses therapeutic techniques, technologies and exercises to help you rebuild strength, restore your mobility, flexibility and function and reduce pain. It can support you to get back to doing the things you enjoy and love.
Our experienced physiotherapists practice across a wide range of specialities:
- Sports injuries
- Neurological challenges
- Musculoskeletal issues
- Paediatric care
- Men's and women's health
- Vestibular therapy
- Oncology support
- Lymphoedema
- Hand therapy
- Aquatic therapy
We offer highly specialised advice and support, and because we work within the HCA UK network, we can collaborate very closely with your medical team to ensure you get the most effective and appropriate treatment.
No, self-referrals to see our private physiotherapy teams are welcome, just get in touch.
You’ll complete an assessment with your physiotherapist who’ll take time to understand your challenges and your goals for treatment. Together you’ll work on a treatment plan to achieve your goals.
It’s a good idea to wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that lets you move about easily and lets your therapist easily access the area of your body that needs supporting. A loose t-shirt, leggings or shorts are ideal, making it easy for you to perform exercises and stretches without feeling restricted.
It’s best to remove any jewellery that might get caught and to wear shoes that are easy to slip off and on.
It’s best to remove any jewellery that might get caught and to wear shoes that are easy to slip off and on.
We offer a whole range of techniques and services from manual therapy to exercise therapy, hydrotherapy, shockwave therapy, dry needling and structured rehabilitation programs as well as advanced technologies. Your physiotherapist can recommend the best combination of approaches for you.
How many sessions you need will entirely depend on your rehabilitation needs. Your physiotherapist should be able to give you an estimate in your initial session.
Yes, we offer structured rehabilitation programmes that can be beneficial. We can talk you through the options in your initial meeting.
We offer specialist therapy for people of all ages. The benefits can be significant at any stage of life.
Our patient stories
Getting back to the fairway – Darryck’s hip replacement
After injuring himself doing DIY, Darryck knew that he’d need an expert to help with his hip. Little did he know that a golf course connection would be his solution after months of pain.
How knee surgery got one avid skier back on the slopes
As a frequent skier and active young professional in the city, Gaëlle loves running and exercise classes to keep fit, but her love of these activities has come at a price – her knee. A previous skiing accident damaged her meniscus and her ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) and left her in so much pain that she couldn’t ski, so Gaëlle started looking around at treatment options.
Decades of knee pain: Judith's story
Retired physiotherapist and keen artist, Judith has had knee pain since she was in her forties. At the age of 81, after years of suffering, she made the decision to explore her options to cure her knee pain.
“I have completed six physiotherapy sessions with Liz Kirton and cannot recommend her highly enough. She is not only highly skilled but also incredibly kind. She took the time to help me understand my health issues and made every effort to rehabilitate me from my condition.”
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