No, you do not need a GP appointments to book a physiotherapy appointment. You can book directly (known as self-referral) using our booking portal book here. We also offer free phone consultations if you would like to discuss your needs before booking an appointment. If you are claiming your treatment through private medical insurance, your insurer may require a GP or consultant referral. Please always check your insurance policy first, as you will be required to pay any shortfall to Heritage Physiotherapy & Co.
Initial assessments are around 50–60 minutes to allow for a full history, physical examination, diagnosis, and initial treatment plan. Follow-up sessions are slightly shorter, around 40–45 minutes.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing that allows your physiotherapist to access and move the affected body part. For leg/hip issues, bring shorts. For neck/shoulder issues, a vest is helpful.
Bring a list of any current medications, relevant medical reports (X-rays, MRI scans, etc.) a list of any questions you may have and if using insurance, your policy details and authorisation code.
Yes, Heritage Physiotherapy & Co conduct home visits for adults and children. We can also arrange virtual appointments on request.
The session consists of three parts: 1. Subjective Assessment (asking about your pain, medical history, and goals); 2. Physical Assessment (checking movement, strength, and posture); and 3. Diagnosis and Treatment (explaining the problem, initial hands-on treatment, and a home exercise plan).
This is highly individual. The number depends on the severity and chronicity (how long you’ve had it) of the condition, as well as your personal goals. Your physiotherapist will discuss a projected treatment plan after your initial assessment. There is no obligation to have repeat sessions, and we pride ourselves at Heritage Physiotherapy & Co on only recommending conscientious and effective treatment plans.
Your physiotherapist will work within your pain tolerance to address your symptoms. Physiotherapy treatments are designed to be effective and enjoyable. We offer manual therapy, soft tissue massage, acupuncture and exercise therapy.
Our physiotherapists treat a vast range of issues, most commonly: Spinal pain (back/neck), Joint pain (osteoarthritis), Sports injuries (sprains/strains), Post-operative rehabilitation (hip replacements, total knee replacements) and Nerve pain (sciatica, carpal tunnel). We also assess and treat babies and children with neurological conditions and developmental concerns. Routine milestone/developmental assessments for children are also offered at Heritage Physiotherapy & Co.
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At Heritage Physiotherapy & Co we work with WPA, AXA, AVIVA and Signia, although we are always happy to discuss working with new insurance providers. Please contact us to discuss this further. Insurance patients must email nikki@heritagephysiotherapyandco.com to book their appointment, they can not be booked directly.
We ask all patients to pay for their initial assessment online prior to the appointment where possible. Further payments can be made online or using our in clinic payment machine.
All Physiotherapists in the UK must be registered with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC). Heritage Physiotherapy & Co Physiotherapists are registered with the Health Professionals council and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP). Our Physiotherapists also have individual professional memberships related to their area of expertise and interests, for example Nikki is registered with Physio first, the Association of Paediatric Chartered Physiotherapists (APCP) and is an affiliate member of the Pelvic, Obstetric, Gynaecological Physiotherapists (POGP).
At Heritage Physiotherapy & Co we pride ourselves on working with highly experienced physiotherapist’s that have extensive NHS and private practice experience. The founder of Heritage Physiotherapy & Co Nikki Sharp is a highly specialised MSK physiotherapist who has worked tirelessly to build a highly personable, highly experienced team across all our services including 1:1 physiotherapy appointments, Physiotherapy home visits and classes. Please see our Teams Page.
