Assessment
A full hour on your history and how your body actually moves. You leave with a working diagnosis you understand and a clear plan you can actually follow.
Musculoskeletal Care
Physiotherapy in London
Our HCPC-registered physiotherapists give you a clear diagnosis and treat back, neck, shoulder and joint pain across six central London clinics, pairing hands-on assessment with progressive rehabilitation so you recover fully and get back to what you love, stronger and more resilient than the injury found you.
What happens at your first appointment
We work out what is really holding you back, then agree the plan with you before you leave.
Your first appointment runs a full 60 minutes: a detailed history, then a thorough examination of how you move, your strength, and the affected area. We explain what we find in plain English and agree a working diagnosis with you.
Treatment starts the same day, and you leave with the first exercises of a plan built around your goal.
Physiotherapy can help to:
Settle pain and calm a flare-up
We find what is driving the pain, ease it with hands-on treatment, and give you a clear plan so it settles rather than keeps coming back.
Recover from a sports or overuse injury
From a rolled ankle to a stubborn tendon, we diagnose it accurately and load it progressively, so the tissue rebuilds the capacity your sport demands.
Rebuild strength and confidence after injury or surgery
Graded rehabilitation restores the strength, range and confidence you lost, with every exercise demonstrated so your technique stays right between visits.
Find what is causing it
We look at how you move, work and train, so we treat what is actually driving the problem rather than chasing the pain around your body.
Return to work, sport and training on your terms
We keep going until you have the strength and the tools to stay well on your own, with clear milestones so you know you are ready.
I had a fantastic experience working with Katrina as my physiotherapist. From the start, she was incredibly friendly and genuinely listened to my concerns. She adapted my rehab plan specifically to suit my individual needs and time frame, as I was preparing for a move and had a clear goal to be back playing football. Katrina not only helped me reach that goal right on time, but she also used a variety of techniques, including dry needling and massage, to relieve tightness in the surrounding muscles and support my overall recovery. Her attention to detail, encouragement, and tailored approach made a real difference in my progress. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a physio!
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Katrina is outstanding. After struggling with a stubborn Achilles injury, she not only got me pain-free but back to running and sport. Her expertise in acupuncture, massage, and tailored rehab planning is second to none. On top of that, she brings great energy and conversation that make each session genuinely enjoyable. If you need a physio who combines real skill with a personal touch, Katrina is the one to see.
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Great experience with Katrina. She helped me with a sprained ankle with a very doable and effective treatment plan. The exercises were not overcomplicated and easy to incorporate into my day to day life which meant that I actually did them and was able to recover within 5 weeks in time to do a tough mudder. Really easy to chat to! Would recommend.
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Katrina was great with me! I had a hip injury and expected it to take ages to fix but with the exercises she gave me to do and acupuncture, it all went away quite quickly. I now have exercises I can do regularly in the future and knowledge on how to prevent. Great experience!
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Physiotherapy fees and insurance
You can book online directly, with no GP referral needed and same-week appointments across all six clinics. If you are using private health insurance, check your policy first: some insurers ask for a GP referral before your first session.
- Initial assessment: a full 60 minutes covering your history, examination and a working diagnosis
- Follow-up treatment: 45 minutes, with your plan progressed at each visit
- Extended 60-minute treatments for complex or multi-area problems
- Recognised by Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality, Aviva, Cigna, Nuffield Health and WPA
Your journey
with Soho Physiotherapy
Everything is built around you. Whether the goal is a marathon or a comfortable commute, we find what is driving the problem, treat it, and build the strength that keeps the fix in place. Our aim is to get you better and give you the tools to stay better for the long term.
Treatment
Hands-on care to settle symptoms and restore movement: joint mobilisation, soft-tissue work and dry needling where they genuinely help, in line with national guidance.
Rebuild
Progressive exercise that returns the strength, control and load tolerance your body needs for work, sport and everything in between. This is the part that makes recovery last.
Perform
A short home programme, sensible loads, and the habits that keep problems rare. Then we discharge you: we don't sell sessions you don't need.
Move well, move freely. That has been the idea since 1997. We settle the symptoms first, then rebuild the strength that stops them coming back, so you finish stronger than when you started.
- One clinical team across six central London clinics, from Soho to Canary Wharf, with same-week appointments.
- Treating central London since 1997: 28 years and roughly 160,000 patients.
- Recognised by seven major UK insurers, including Bupa, AXA and Vitality, with self-pay welcome.
What we treat across our six London clinics
- Musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapy
- Manual therapy and progressive exercise rehabilitation
- Dry needling and Western medical acupuncture
- Sports massage and soft-tissue therapy
- Shockwave therapy for stubborn tendon problems
- Post-operative rehabilitation
- Women's and pelvic health physiotherapy
- Workplace and desk setup assessments
- Running and gait analysis
6 Locations
Physiotherapy across our 6 London clinics
- Soho 111 Charing Cross Road, WC2H 0DT View location →
- Liverpool Street UNTIL Bishopsgate, 280 Bishopsgate, EC2M 4RB View location →
- Devonshire Row Integrity Centre, 14 Devonshire Row, EC2M 4RH View location →
- Regent Street Linen Hall, 162 Regent Street, W1B 5TB View location →
- Marylebone UNTIL Marylebone, 1 Orchard Street, W1H 6HJ View location →
- Canary Wharf 30 South Colonnade, E14 5HX View location →
FAQ
Common questions about
physiotherapy in London
Do I need a GP referral to see a physiotherapist?
No. You can book a private appointment directly through our online booking page or by calling 0203 004 8500. If you are using private health insurance, your provider may require a GP referral; check your policy. Self-funded patients never need a referral.
How many sessions will I need?
Most acute injuries resolve within 3 to 6 sessions over 4 to 8 weeks. Chronic conditions (long-standing low back pain, recurring tendinopathy, post-surgical rehab) typically need 6 to 12 sessions. We discuss a realistic course of treatment at your first appointment and reassess at every visit. We are not interested in selling sessions you do not need.
What should I wear and bring to my appointment?
Loose, comfortable clothing that allows movement and lets us assess the area being treated: shorts for lower-limb problems, a vest top for shoulder or neck issues. We have private treatment rooms and gowns where needed. Bring any relevant scan or test results, your insurer details if applicable, and any medications you are currently taking.
Which insurers do you accept?
We accept most major UK health insurers including Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality, Aviva, Cigna, WPA, Healix, and Simplyhealth. Your appointment can be paid through your insurer with prior authorisation: please obtain this before booking. We can also issue receipts for self-funded claims.
Is physiotherapy safe during pregnancy?
Yes, at every stage of pregnancy, as long as you are seen by a physiotherapist trained in this area. We regularly treat pelvic, low back and rib pain in pregnancy, and help you get ready for the birth and the recovery after it. Do mention pregnancy when you book, so we can match you to the right person.
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