CORE Physio FAQ
Find answers to common questions about physiotherapy, Sports Massage, rehabilitation, bookings and clinic access at our London Bridge and East Dulwich clinics.
Core Physio provides physiotherapy, massage and rehabilitation services from clinics in London Bridge and East Dulwich.
Available treatments include Physiotherapy, Sports Massage, Sports Injury Rehabilitation, Post-Operative Rehabilitation, Strength and Conditioning, Shockwave Therapy, Dry Needling and Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapy.
Additional massage treatments are available at London Bridge, including Deep Tissue Massage, Soft Tissue Therapy and specialist Buccal Massage for jaw and facial muscle tension. Services and practitioners may vary between clinics.
Choose the clinic that is most convenient for you and offers the treatment or practitioner you require.
Our London Bridge clinic is located on Borough High Street, close to London Bridge Station. Our East Dulwich clinic is located on Upland Road.
Each clinic page shows its available treatments, practitioners, facilities and booking information.
Many of our core physiotherapy and rehabilitation services are available at both locations, but treatment and practitioner availability can differ.
London Bridge provides physiotherapy, rehabilitation and a wider selection of massage treatments. East Dulwich provides physiotherapy, rehabilitation and Sports Massage.
Visit the relevant London Bridge or East Dulwich clinic page to view the services currently available.
Our physiotherapists assess and treat a range of musculoskeletal problems, including back pain, neck pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, sports injuries and difficulties affecting movement or physical function.
We also support people recovering from surgery or returning to exercise and sport. Treatment recommendations are based on your assessment, symptoms, activities and individual goals.
Learn more about the conditions we treat.
Physiotherapy is generally the most appropriate starting point when you have an injury, unexplained pain, weakness, restricted movement or require structured rehabilitation.
Sports Massage focuses more on muscular tension, physical recovery and the demands associated with exercise, sport or physically active work.
There can be some overlap, but the best appointment depends on your symptoms and goals.
No. Sports Massage is not limited to competitive athletes.
It may also be suitable for people experiencing muscular tension associated with regular exercise, physically demanding work or an active lifestyle.
A physiotherapy assessment may be more appropriate when your symptoms followed an injury, repeatedly return or involve significant weakness or reduced movement.
Choose Physiotherapy when you require a clinical assessment of pain, injury, weakness, restricted movement or reduced physical function.
Sports Massage or another massage treatment may be more appropriate when your main concern is muscular tightness, recovery or soft-tissue discomfort.
When you are uncertain, contact the team or submit a request through our bookings page and we can help direct you towards the most suitable appointment.
No GP referral is normally required when booking directly with Core Physio.
However, some private health insurance policies require a referral, authorisation number or other information before treatment begins. Check your policy or contact your insurer before arranging an insured appointment.
Your physiotherapist will discuss your symptoms, health, activities and treatment goals. They may then assess your movement, strength and physical function to help identify the likely cause of the problem.
After the assessment, your physiotherapist will explain the findings and recommend a personalised treatment and rehabilitation plan.
This may include advice, exercise, progressive rehabilitation and hands-on physiotherapy where appropriate.
Your first appointment primarily allows the physiotherapist to assess your condition and determine the most appropriate plan.
Treatment may begin during the same appointment when it is clinically appropriate and there is sufficient time following the assessment.
Your physiotherapist will explain the available options and answer any questions before treatment begins.
Wear comfortable clothing that allows the relevant area to be assessed and treated.
Shorts can be helpful for lower-body appointments, while a vest or loose-fitting top may be useful for neck, shoulder or upper-body treatment.
Your privacy and comfort will be respected throughout your appointment.
Yes. You can choose the clinic and practitioner that best suit your location, treatment needs and availability.
Each clinic page lists the practitioners working at that location. Individual therapist profiles also show their services, special interests and clinics.
Use the London Bridge bookings page or East Dulwich bookings page to view the appropriate booking options.
Yes. Core Physio offers a free initial physiotherapy telephone consultation for people who are unsure whether physiotherapy is the right next step.
The consultation gives you an opportunity to briefly discuss your symptoms or concerns with a physiotherapist and receive guidance on the most appropriate appointment. It is not a full clinical assessment or diagnosis.
Learn more about our Free Initial Physiotherapy Consultation.
To arrange your consultation, choose your preferred clinic through the London Bridge bookings page or the East Dulwich bookings page.
Visit the London Bridge bookings page to view available treatments, practitioners and appointment options.
You can also visit the Core Physio & Sports Massage London Bridge clinic page for information about the clinic, services, therapists and facilities.
Visit the East Dulwich bookings page to view available treatments, practitioners and appointment options.
You can also visit the Core Physio East Dulwich clinic page for information about the clinic, services, therapists and facilities.
Core Physio & Sports Massage London Bridge is located at 33 Union Street, London, SE1 1SD close to London Bridge Station.
Visit the London Bridge clinic page for public transport, accessibility and clinic information.
Core Physio East Dulwich is located at First Floor, 9 Upland Road, East Dulwich, London, SE22 9EE.
Visit the East Dulwich clinic page for public transport, parking, accessibility and clinic information.
London Bridge:
Monday to Friday: 7am–9pm
Saturday: 9am–3pm
Sunday: Closed
East Dulwich:
Monday to Friday: 8am–8pm
Saturday: 9am–6pm
Sunday: Closed
Individual practitioner and treatment availability may vary within these hours.
Please contact the relevant clinic before your appointment if you have any accessibility requirements.
Our team will be happy to advise on access and make suitable arrangements where possible. Clinic-specific accessibility information is available on the London Bridge and East Dulwich pages.
Both clinics can be reached by public transport, although the most convenient route will depend on your starting location.
The London Bridge clinic is close to London Bridge Station and several local bus routes. East Dulwich has local transport connections and street-parking options nearby.
Check the relevant London Bridge clinic page or East Dulwich clinic page before travelling for current directions and access information.
