Physiotherapy and Osteopathy are disciplines involving hands-on treatment of injuries and the prescription of rehabilitation exercises to help people overcome their pain and dysfunction. Our clinics across Wandsworth, South West London are here to get you back to what you love doing.
Physiotherapists, Osteopaths and Podiatrists are trained to treat problems of the musculo-skeletal system – this means pain and injuries to your muscles, ligaments, joints and tendons. This includes injuries like back pain, and neck and shoulder pain; sports injuries like knee injuries, ankle and Achilles pain and tendonitis; hand and finger injuries and pain and dysfunction experienced during pregnancy such as pelvic girdle pain and sciatica.
Physiotherapists also treat people after broken bones and surgery and guide people through their rehabilitation and get them back to full function.
No, you can refer yourself to see a Physiotherapist, Osteopath or Podiatrist across our clinics in SW18, SW15, SW11, SW1W or SW8 and pay for the treatment yourself. If you intend to use medical insurance you might need a GP referral first, or some insurance companies offer triage calls. A triage call is where you speak to a physio or nurse over the phone before being referred to us.
You can do this, however to get access to NHS physiotherapy you will first need to see your GP. This could take 2-3 weeks just to get your appointment with the GP. Once the GP has referred you to NHS physiotherapy you could be waiting 2 or 3 months on the waiting list.
It is quicker and easier to book your appointment online by clicking on the “BOOK NOW” button or alternatively call our reception team on 020 3322 9455. You may get through to one of our team to book, or if the line is busy you’ll get through to our AI agent who can answer questions and send booking links. Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your appointment to fill out a consent form and past medical history form.
We aim to offer you an appointments across all our clinic in Wandsworth within 24 hours of you contacting us. All you need to do is call our reception team on 020 33229455. You can also book online where you can select a day and a time that suits you best.
No, don’t worry, unlike the NHS physio department we are not just open Mon-Fri 9-5pm. We offer evening and weekend appointments as well as day time appointments.
We request that all children U16 are accompanied by a parent or guardian. Adults do not require a chaperone unless you feel you would prefer to bring one with you. We cannot provide trained chaperones. If you would prefer to only see a male or female therapist please select the therapist you would prefer to see when booking online, or speak with our reception team who will assist you.
In an initial appointment you will be asked to explain your injury, how it happened, how long you have had it and how it makes you feel. You will be asked to set some goals about what you want to achieve from your time spent with at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy.
Your therapist will also run through your past medical history finding out about any medical diagnoses or medicine that you take.
Next your therapist will carry out a physical examination looking at the affected area plus carry out an assessment of your posture and how you move. Once they have carried out this assessment they will put together a treatment plan for you.
In the remaining time of your initial assessment and on subsequent treatment sessions they will carry out this treatment plan and also give you home exercises to do to either resolve your problem or to give you a management strategy to keep your symptoms under control.
Yes, your Physiotherapist, Osteopath and Podiatrist are medically and legally obliged to ask you questions about your medical history, assess your problem and design a treatment plan. Once this has been carried out you will receive treatment. However, if you are using HCML medical insurance your first appointment is an assessment only and treatment usually begins on your next appointment.
Most appointments are 30 minutes. The time spent with you time may be slightly less than 30 minutes as your therapist may need to spend time writing notes, referrals and preparing home exercises. These essential behind the scenes tasks are part of your appointment and may not be performed face to face.
30 minutes is sufficient time for a skilled and experienced therapist to assess, diagnose, treatment plan and treat your problem. However, if you have multiple unrelated areas to discuss (a shoulder and a knee for example) we can either book an hour and manage both of these for you, or stick to 30 minutes and just manage the most pressing concern. If you would prefer more time you are more than welcome to book and hour.
Yes, at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy we treat people from most insurance groups. Alternatively, you can cover the costs of the treatment yourself, and we can provide receipts for you to claim back the cost of your treatment from your insurance company or if you use a cash plan.
All our therapists treat patients covered by BUPA (80011520), Aviva, Cigna, WPA, Healix, Allianz and Exeter Friendly. Some therapists accept AXA Health referrals (we do not accept AXA Global) but check with us and you insurer before booking.
Please get authorisation from your insurer BEFORE booking an appointment with us or you will be liable for, and required to pay the full cost of your appointment. We can issue you a receipt to claim back our fee from your insurer. However we are not liable for, and will not reimburse you for any shortfall in what your insurer subsequently reimburses you. Most insurance companies have excesses on the policy, this is usually the patient’s responsibility to settle with us. Please note that canncelled on sessions that are not attended are not billable to your insurer and will be billed directly to you.
We do not see people using Vitality or through the Nuffield Health network.
Yes, to practice as a Physiotherapist or Podiatrist you must be HCPC registered. CSP registration is optional for physiotherapists but provides public liability insurance. Similarly an Osteopath must be registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC).
Yes, you can book, change and cancel appointments online. However, please note we have a 24-hour cancellation policy. In order to avoid being invoiced for your treatment please give us more than 24-hours notice if you need to change or cancel an appointment.
You can pay for treatment by debit/credit card on the phone or online via our in built payment system when making your appointment. We can issue you a receipt for cash back plans. We accept all major credit and debit cards. All appointments are secured with payment in advance or valid medical insurance details with a guarantee of payment.
You will need to pay for each session in advance. We can give you receipts if you need them for a cash back scheme.
Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Osteopathy and Massage are hands-on treatments where we manipulate joints and massage soft tissues – you can feel a bit stiff and sore afterwards. We do try hard to judge how severe your pain is a tailor our treatment to reflect this. We certainly don’t want to make you feel worse. 24-48 hours of discomfort post treatment is expected, often unavoidable and part of the process.
Yes, we will design you an exercise programme and e-mail it to you. The system we use is very user friendly and has pictures, videos and descriptions of what to do – there are no stick diagrams or just showing you the exercises once, which you later forget. You can access you exercise programme on a smart phone, tablet or PC / Mac.
Our philosophy is to get you better in as few sessions as possible, help you self-manage your problem and get your back to what you love doing. Most spinal and sports injuries can be dealt with in 4 or 5 sessions.
If we are not helping at this point you will be referred to one of our consultant surgeon associates for a second opinion. Of course, if you are having physio post-surgery or post fracture, or for a chronic injury you will require more Physiotherapy or Osteopathy sessions. You can discuss your treatment plan with your therapist.
This is much harder to answer. Some people get better in just 2 or 3 sessions over the course of a week or two, others need as many as 8 or 9 treatments or more over the course of 2 or 3 months. Generally, the more severe the damage, the longer it will take.
For example, if you are recovering from surgery or a fracture it might take longer than 6 to 12 months before you are better. If you have just woke up with a stiff neck it might take 2 weeks. After your assessment the therapist will explain how long they think it will take to get your injury better.
Straight away. If you have sustained a sports injury and you decide it is not serious enough to go to A and E you can make an appointment with us straight away. We can assess the problem, give you a diagnosis of what you have done and provide you with some acute injury treatment and advice. Early management of an injury leads to better outcomes.
No, we don’t want you to feel uncomfortable. We might need you to roll your trousers up to see your knee or lift your t-shirt up so we can see you back for example. However, it does make our job easier if you are prepared to undress a little. Bring short, wear a sports bra (females) and we can also provide towels for drapes.
Please bring shorts and for ladies wear a sports bra or vest top.
Yes, all physios, podiatrists and osteopaths at Wandsworth Physiotherapy are trained in Western Medical acupuncture and dry needling. Acupuncture treatment does not cost any extra than the cost of the session. We do not provide acupuncture in massage appointments.
Yes, at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy we have treated children as young as 8 years old for minor sports related injury. We require a chaperone to be present for any patient under 16 years of age.
To receive an injection at Wandsworth Physiotherapy, you first need to be assessed and have undergone an ultrasound scan or other imaging. If an injection is recommended your therapist will discuss this with you. Ultrasound guided injections are available at our Wandsworth Town, Putney, Clapham Junction and Battersea Nine Elms clinics.
Yes. Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is available at our Wandsworth Town clinic on Old York Road, SW18 and The Putney Clinic SW15. We offer both focused shockwave and radial pressure wave in Wandsworth and Radial in Putney.
Colloquially known as shockwave therapy, they are a clinically evidenced treatment used for persistent tendon pain including plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, patellar tendinopathy, calcific tendinitis of the shoulder and gluteal tendinopathy. Treatment is delivered by our physiotherapists, podiatrists or osteopaths. You do not need a GP referral to book, but we encourage you to speak to your therapist to see which type of shockwave suits you best.
Yes. Diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound scanning is available at our Wandsworth Town, Clapham Junction, Putney and Battersea Nine Elms clinics. Ultrasound imaging allows our therapists to assess soft tissue structures including muscles, tendons, ligaments and bursae in real time. It is commonly used to investigate shoulder pain, Achilles tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, and other musculoskeletal conditions where imaging is needed to confirm a diagnosis before treatment or injection.
Yes. Ultrasound guided injections are available at all three of our clinics in Wandsworth Town, Putney, Clapham Junction, and Battersea Nine Elms. We offer corticosteroid injections, PRP, hyaluronic acid and Arthrosamid® knee injections. Injections are guided in real time using diagnostic ultrasound to ensure precise needle placement. To receive an injection, you first need to be assessed and have had relevant imaging – your therapist will advise whether an injection is appropriate for your condition.
Yes. Arthrosamid® is a polyacrylamide hydrogel injection used for the treatment of knee osteoarthritis. It works by reducing inflammation in the knee joint and has been shown in clinical studies to provide sustained pain relief. Arthrosamid injections are available at our Wandsworth Town clinic on Old York Road, SW18, our Putney Clinic SW15, our Clapham Junction Clinic, SW11 and our Battersea Nine Elms Clinic, SW8.
They are administered under ultrasound guidance by our experienced clinicians. A clinical assessment is required before treatment.
Yes. We have a dedicated Running Injury Clinic at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy, serving runners across SW18, SW15, SW11, SW8, and the wider Southwest London area. Our physiotherapists and osteopaths assess and treat a wide range of running-related injuries including ITB syndrome, patella tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, shin splints, and stress fractures. Assessment includes a clinical examination and where appropriate gait analysis or an ultrasound scan to understand the factors contributing to your injury.
Yes. Back and neck pain is one of the most common reasons patients visit our clinics at Wandsworth Town (SW18), Putney (SW15), Clapham Junction (SW11), and Battersea Nine Elms (SW8). We have a dedicated Back and Neck Pain Clinic staffed by experienced physiotherapists and osteopaths who treat conditions including lumbar disc problems, sciatica, cervicogenic headache, whiplash and postural pain. Appointments are available within 24 hours, and no GP referral is required.
Yes. We offer specialist women’s health physiotherapy at our Wandsworth clinics. Our women’s health service covers pelvic floor dysfunction, pelvic girdle pain during and after pregnancy, postnatal rehabilitation, diastasis recti management and stress or urge urinary incontinence. Our women’s health physiotherapists are HCPC registered and experienced in managing conditions that are frequently undertreated or mismanaged. Appointments are available at our Wandsworth Town, Putney and Clapham Junction locations.
Yes. We offer specialist vestibular physiotherapy available across Wandsworth in all our clinics, SW18, SW15, SW11 and SW8. Vestibular physiotherapy is used to treat conditions including Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD) and dizziness arising from cervicogenic causes. Treatment involves a thorough vestibular assessment followed by a personalised rehabilitation programme including canalith repositioning manoeuvres, gaze stabilisation exercises and balance retraining. Our vestibular physiotherapists are HCPC registered and experienced in managing complex dizziness presentations.
Yes. We offer men’s health physiotherapy at our Wandsworth clinics. This is a specialist area addressing pelvic floor dysfunction in men, including urinary incontinence, pelvic pain and post-prostatectomy rehabilitation. Men’s health physiotherapy is significantly underutilised despite being highly effective for these conditions. Our therapists provide discreet, clinically focused assessments and treatment programmes. Appointments are available at our Wandsworth Town (SW18), Putney (SW15) and Clapham Junction (SW11) locations.
Yes. We offer clinical Pilates, Reformer Pilates, and yoga at our Wandsworth Town and Putney clinics. Classes are available both one-to-one and in small groups and are delivered by qualified instructors within our clinical team. We also have a dedicated Rehabilitation Lab offering supervised exercise rehabilitation for patients recovering from injury or surgery, including ACL rehabilitation, rotator cuff repair, and post-fracture strengthening. Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is also available for patients requiring low-load strength rehabilitation.
We also offer 1:1 clinical Pilates in our Wandsworth Clinic for those suffering back pain. We also offer Reformer Pilates and small group mat work classes in Wandsworth Town and Putney, please speak to your therapist to see if you are ready for a class setting.
Yes. We offer clinical Pilates, Reformer Pilates, and yoga at our Wandsworth Town clinic and Putney clinic. Classes are available both one-to-one and in small groups and are delivered by qualified instructors within our clinical team. We also have a dedicated Rehabilitation Lab offering supervised exercise rehabilitation for patients recovering from injury or surgery, including ACL rehabilitation, rotator cuff repair, and post-fracture strengthening. Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is also available for patients requiring low-load strength rehabilitation.
We have five clinic locations at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy.
Wandsworth Town Clinic: 338 Old York Road, Wandsworth, London SW18 1SS, 50m from Wandsworth Town Train Station. Wandsworth Town is one stop from Clapham Junction. Buses that pass the area include number 28 and 44, however Old York Road has also been pedestrianised so buses no longer travel down the street. There is on street parking around the Tonsleys after 4:30pm Mon-Fri and on the weekend.
The Putney Clinic of Physical Therapy: On the second floor of Putneymead Group Medical Practice, 266 Upper Richmond Road, SW15 6TQ We are just a short walk from Putney Rail Station (5 mins) or a little along further from East Putney Underground (District line, 10 min walk). Buses 337, 430 and 493 also pass near the clinic.
Clapham Junction Clinic: Inside MyHealthCare Clinic, 19 St John’s Road, SW11 1QN 50m from Clapham Junction Station. The clinic is 100m from Clapham Junction train station and 35, 37, 49, 77, 219, 319, 337 and G1 buses stop directly outside the clinic and 87, 295 and C3 pass by on St John”s Hill.
Battersea Nine Elms: Medirex Pharmacy & Opticians 28-29 Wilcox Close, London SW8 2UD, 100m from Battersea Nine Elms Tube Station on Wilcox Close.
The Chelsea Clinic: Chelsea Consulting Rooms, Room 1, Lower Ground Floor, 2 Lower Sloane Street, Chelsea, London SW1W 8BJ. e are located close to Sloane Square Station (District and Circle lines), approximately a 2-minute walk to the Chelsea Consulting Rooms on Lower Sloane Street. Stop K on Lower Sloane Street is directly outside. Routes 11, 137, 211, 360 and 452 all stop here. London Victoria is approximately a 20-minute walk. Alternatively, take a short bus or taxi from Victoria. Parking is very limited in the Sloane Square and Chelsea area. We recommend travelling by public transport.
Physiotherapy and Osteopathy are disciplines involving hands-on treatment of injuries and the prescription of rehabilitation exercises to help people overcome their pain and dysfunction. Our clinic across Wandsworth, South West London are here to get you back to what you love doing.
Physiotherapists and Osteopaths are trained to treat problems of the musculo-skeletal system – this means pain and injuries to your muscles, ligaments, joints and tendons. This includes injuries like back pain, and neck and shoulder pain; sports injuries like knee injuries, ankle and Achilles pain and tendonitis; hand and finger injuries and pain and dysfunction experienced during pregnancy such as pelvic girdle pain and sciatica. Physiotherapists also treat people after broken bones and surgery and guide people through their rehabilitation and get them back to full function.
No, you can refer yourself to see a Physiotherapist or Osteopath across our clinics in SW18, SW11 or SW8 and pay for the treatment yourself. If you intend to use medical insurance you might need a GP referral first, or some insurance companies offer triage calls. A triage call is where you speak to a physio or nurse over the phone before being referred to us.
You can do this, however to get access to NHS physiotherapy you will first need to see your GP. This could take 2-3 weeks just to get your appointment with the GP. Once the GP has referred you to NHS physiotherapy you could be waiting 2 or 3 months on the waiting list.
It is quicker and easier to book your appointment online by clicking on the “BOOK NOW” button or alternatively call our offsite reception team on 020 4586 5532. Please arrive 5 minutes prior to your appointment to fill out a consent form and past medical history form.
We aim to offer you an appointments across all our clinic in Wandsworth within 24 hours of you contacting us. All you need to do is call our reception team on 020 4586 5532. You can also book online where you can select a day and a time that suits you best.
No, don’t worry, unlike the NHS physio department we are not just open Mon-Fri 9-5pm. We offer evening and weekend appointments as well as day time appointments.
We request that all children U16 are accompanied by a parent or guardian. Adults do not require a chaperone unless you feel you would prefer to bring one with you. We cannot provide trained chaperones. If you would prefer to only see a male or female therapist please select the therapist you would prefer to see when booking online, or speak with our reception team who will assist you.
To receive an injection at Wandsworth Physiotherapy, you first need to be assessed and have undergone an ultrasound scan or other imaging. If an injection is recommended your therapist will discuss this with you. Ultrasound guided injections are available at all of our clinics in Wandsworth Town, Clapham Junction and Battersea Nine Elms.
Most appointments are 30 minutes. Your treatment time may be less than 30 minutes as your therapist may need to spend time writing notes, referrals and preparing home exercises etc. These essential behind the scenes tasks are part of your appointment and may not be performed face to face.
30 minutes is sufficient time for a skilled and experienced therapist to assess, diagnose, treatment plan and treat your problem. However, if you have multiple unrelated areas to discuss (a shoulder and a knee for example) we can either book an hour and manage both of these for you, or stick to 30 minutes and just manage the most pressing concern. If you would prefer more time you are more than welcome to book and hour.
In an initial appointment you will be asked to explain your injury, how it happened, how long you have had it and how it makes you feel. You will be asked to set some goals about what you want to achieve from your time spent with at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy.
Your therapist will also run through your past medical history finding out about any medical diagnoses or medicine that you take.
Next your therapist will carry out a physical examination looking at the affected area plus carry out an assessment of your posture and how you move. Once they have carried out this assessment they will put together a treatment plan for you.
In the remaining time of your initial assessment and on subsequent treatment sessions they will carry out this treatment plan and also give you home exercises to do to either resolve your problem or to give you a management strategy to keep your symptoms under control.
Yes, your Physiotherapist and Osteopath are medically and legally obliged to ask you questions about your medical history, assess your problem and design a treatment plan. Once this has been carried out you will receive treatment. However, if you are using HCML or IPRS medical insurance your first appointment is an assessment only and treatment usually begins on your next appointment.
Physiotherapy, Osteopathy and Massage are hands-on treatments where we manipulate joints and massage soft tissues – you can feel a bit stiff and sore afterwards. We do try hard to judge how severe your pain is a tailor our treatment to reflect this. We certainly don’t want to make you feel worse.
Yes, at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy we treat people from most insurance groups. Alternatively, you can cover the costs of the treatment yourself, and we can provide receipts for you to claim back the cost of your treatment from your insurance company or if you use a cash plan.
All our therapists treat patients covered by BUPA (80011520), Aviva, Cigna, WPA, Healix, Allianz and Exeter Friendly. Some therapists accept AXA Health referrals but check with us and you insurer before booking.
Please get authorisation from your insurer BEFORE booking an appointment with us or you will be liable for, and required to pay the full cost of your appointment. We can issue you a receipt to claim back our fee from your insurer. However we are not liable for, and will not reimburse you for any shortfall in what your insurer subsequently reimburses you.
We do not see people using Vitality or through the Nuffield Health network.
Yes, to practice as a Physiotherapist you must be HCPC registered. CSP registration is optional but provides public liability insurance. Similarly an Osteopath must be registered with the General Osteopathic Council (GOsC).
Yes, all physios at Wandsworth Physiotherapy are trained in acupuncture. Acupuncture treatment does not cost any extra than the cost of the session.
Yes, we will design you an exercise programme and e-mail it to you. The system we use is very user friendly and has pictures, videos and descriptions of what to do – there are no stick diagrams or just showing you the exercises once, which you later forget. You can access you exercise programme on a smart phone, tablet or PC / Mac.
We also offer 1:1 clinical Pilates in our Wandsworth Clinic for those suffering back pain. We also offer small group classes, please speak to your therapist to see if you are ready for a class setting.
Yes, at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy we have treated children as young as 8 years old for minor sports related injury. We require a chaperone to be present for any patient under 16 years of age.
Straight away. If you have sustained a sports injury and you decide it is not serious enough to go to A and E you can make an appointment with a physio. They can assess the problem, give you a diagnosis of what you have done and provide you with some acute injury treatment and advice. Early management of an injury leads to better outcomes.
Yes, you can book, change and cancel appointments online. However, please note we have a 24-hour cancellation policy. In order to avoid being invoiced for your treatment please give us more than 24-hours notice if you need to change or cancel an appointment.
No, we don’t want you to feel uncomfortable. We might need you to roll your trousers up to see your knee or lift your t-shirt up so we can see you back for example. However, it does make our job easier if you are prepared to undress a little.
Please bring shorts and for ladies wear a sports bra or vest top.
You can pay for treatment by debit/credit card on the phone when making your appointment. We can issue you a receipt for cash back plans. Alternatively you can book and pay online.
You will need to pay for each session in advance. We can give you receipts if you need them for a cash back scheme.
We have three locations at Wandsworth Physiotherapy and Osteopathy. Wandsworth Town: 338 Old York Road, Wandsworth, London SW18 1SS, 50m from Wandsworth Town Train Station. Wandsworth Town is one stop from Clapham Junction. Buses that pass the area include number 28 and 44, however Old York Road has also been pedestrianised so buses no longer travel down the street. There is on street parking around the Tonsleys after 4:30pm Mon-Fri and on the weekend. Clapham Junction: Inside MyHealthCare Clinic, 19 St John’s Road, SW11 1QN 50m from Clapham Junction Station. Battersea Nine Elms: Medirex Pharmacy & Opticians 28-29 Wilcox Close, London SW8 2UD, 100m from Battersea Nine Elms Tube Station.
Our philosophy is to get you better in as few sessions as possible, help you self-manage your problem and get your back to your sporting passion. Most spinal and sports injuries can be dealt with in 4 or 5 sessions.
If we are not helping at this point you will be referred to one of our consultant surgeon associates for a second opinion. Of course, if you are having physio post-surgery or post fracture, or for a chronic injury you will require more Physiotherapy or Osteopathy sessions. You can discuss your treatment plan with your therapist.
This is much harder to answer. Some people get better in just 2 or 3 sessions over the course of a week or two, others need as many as 8 or 9 treatments over the course of 2 or 3 months. Generally, the more severe the damage, the longer it will take.
For example, if you are recovering from surgery or a fracture it might take longer than 6 months before you are better. If you have just woke up with a stiff neck it might take 2 weeks. After your assessment the physio will explain how long they think it will take to get your injury better.
Yes. We offer specialist vestibular physiotherapy available across Wandsworth in all our clinics, SW18, SW11 and SW8. Vestibular physiotherapy is used to treat conditions including Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Persistent Postural-Perceptual Dizziness (PPPD) and dizziness arising from cervicogenic causes. Treatment involves a thorough vestibular assessment followed by a personalised rehabilitation programme including canalith repositioning manoeuvres, gaze stabilisation exercises and balance retraining. Our vestibular physiotherapists are HCPC registered and experienced in managing complex dizziness presentations.
