🌿 Private Specialist Clinic • No GP Referral Needed

Expert Physiotherapy & Diagnostics. Seen Within 48 Hours.

No months on a waiting list. See a senior chartered physiotherapist in Colchester, find out what is wrong, get hands-on treatment and leave with a recovery plan.

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HCPC Registered

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4.9 / 5.0 Rating

180+ Verified Patients

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Diagnostic Treatment Finder

What Are You Struggling With?

Pick the area that hurts to see how we usually treat it and which clinician you are likely to see.

Clear, Transparent Pricing

Private Consultations & Specialist Treatments

Fixed prices with no hidden extras. Your first session includes a full assessment and hands-on treatment.

RECOMMENDED FIRST VISIT

Initial Assessment & Diagnosis

⏱️ 60 Minutes One-on-One

A full movement, nerve and joint assessment, a clear diagnosis, hands-on treatment and a written recovery plan.

£75

Single session • Self-pay or insured

✓ 60-minute in-depth physical examination
✓ Your diagnosis explained in plain English
✓ Hands-on manual therapy in session 1
✓ Digital video exercises sent to your phone
✓ Formal medical report for GP/insurer if needed

Follow-Up Treatment & Rehabilitation

⏱️ 45 Minutes Dedicated

Joint mobilisation, soft tissue work and a strength programme that progresses as you improve.

£55

Per session (or 5-session bundle for £245)

✓ Focused joint & soft tissue release
✓ Progressive load testing & mobility check
✓ Technique correction on rehab exercises
✓ Continual pain score tracking

Focused Shockwave Therapy (ESWT)

⏱️ 45 Minutes Specialist

Focused shockwave therapy for long-standing plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy and calcific shoulder tendinopathy.

£80

Per session • Usually 3 to 5 sessions

✓ Medical-grade focused shockwave unit
✓ For pain that has lasted over 3 months
✓ Sessions spaced about a week apart
✓ Non-invasive option to try before injections

Hassle-Free Health Insurance

We Bill Your Insurer Directly. Nothing to Pay on the Day.

We work with most major UK private health insurers. If your policy has no excess, you pay nothing on the day: we invoice your insurer directly.

Obtain Pre-Authorisation

Call your insurer and ask for an authorisation number for physiotherapy.

Book Your Appointment

Enter your policy code when booking online or give it to our reception team over the phone.

We Handle Invoicing

Come to your sessions as normal. We send every invoice straight to your insurer.

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Chartered Clinicians

Meet Your Specialists

Our physiotherapists are HCPC registered and hold postgraduate qualifications. Between them they have years of NHS musculoskeletal and professional sport experience.

Sarah Jenkins

Clinical Lead & Senior MSK Specialist

BSc, MSc Musculoskeletal • HCPC Registered

14 years in the NHS, latterly as a clinical specialist. Treats disc-related back pain, sciatica and long-term postural problems.

Marcus Vance

Senior Sports Physiotherapist

BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy, MCSP • HCPC Registered

Former lead physiotherapist at a professional rugby club. Specialises in ACL rehab, running injuries and tendon problems.

Marco Rossi

Specialist Osteopath

MOst Osteopathic Medicine • GOsC Registered

Treats long-term neck and back stiffness, jaw (TMJ) pain and posture-related headaches.

Verified Patient Outcomes

What Colchester Patients Say

182 patient reviews on Google, averaging 4.9 stars.

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Based on 182 Google reviews

Google Reviews 4.9 ★ Verified Patients Only

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Condition: Severe Sciatica

"I'd been on the NHS list for four months and could barely sit down. Sarah worked out what was going on in the first session and by week three I was walking without pain."

David H.

Colchester, Essex • Verified Patient

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Condition: Torn Achilles Tendon

"Tore my Achilles playing five-a-side. Marcus gave me a plan week by week and I was back playing after five months. The insurance side was sorted without me chasing anything."

Mark R.

Stanway • Verified Patient

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Condition: Frozen Shoulder

"I'd tried everything for my shoulder. A couple of months of joint work and home exercises later, I can reach the top cupboard again."

Claire L.

Manningtree • Verified Patient

Accessible Colchester Location

Visit Our Clinic

We are just off the A12 in north Colchester, with free parking outside and step-free access throughout.

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Clinic Address

Suite 4, Meridian Court, Colchester CO4

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Free Dedicated Patient Parking

12 marked bays located directly outside the clinic entrance.

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Full Step-Free Ground Floor Access

Wide treatment room doors, an accessible toilet and wheelchair access.

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Clinic Hours

Mon–Fri: 08:00 – 19:30 | Sat: 08:30 – 14:00 | Sun Closed

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Common Enquiries

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about booking, insurance pre-authorisation, and your first appointment.

Do I need a GP referral before booking? +

No. As a private specialist clinic, you can book directly with us without needing a GP referral. If you are claiming on private medical insurance, some policies need a quick call to your insurer first to get a pre-authorisation code.

What should I wear to my initial assessment? +

Please wear loose, comfortable clothing or sports gear (shorts, t-shirt, or leggings). To accurately evaluate joint movement and alignment, your clinician will need to view the affected area clearly.

How quickly will I be seen compared to the NHS? +

NHS waits for routine musculoskeletal physiotherapy can run to several months. We keep slots free every day, so most patients are seen within 48 hours of booking.

How many treatment sessions will I need? +

During your 60-minute initial assessment, your clinician will outline a clear prognosis. Acute muscle spasms often settle in 2 to 3 sessions. Post-surgical rehab and long-term tendon problems usually need 4 to 6.

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