Physiotherapy in Surrey

The Runnymede Hospital is in the historic town of Chertsey in Surrey. People visit us from all over Surrey, including Addlestone, Weybridge, Cobham, Chobam, Byfleet, and West Byfleet. We also welcome patients from further afield - even overseas.

At The Runnymede Hospital, we offer you a personalised service with an initial assessment of your condition, allowing your treatment to be tailored to your goals and objectives.

All our physiotherapists are registered with the HCPC (Health Care Professions Council) and CSP (Chartered Society of Physiotherapy) and work closely as part of an integrated multi-disciplinary team within our hospital. This allows you to benefit from prompt referrals with rapid access to imaging technology to accurately diagnose your problem and build your treatment plan.

Physiotherapy uses a tailored combination of exercises, massage, and other techniques to improve your range of movement, strengthen your muscles, and increase your mobility. It is often performed as part of a rehabilitation programme following surgery, for example, knee replacement surgery, but it can also be used to help improve your mobility in preparation for surgery - this helps you recover as quickly as possible and reduced the likelihood of risks and complications occurring during surgery.

Your physiotherapist will teach you a range of exercises during your appointments, and you'll be expected to complete your programme at home, too. How often you perform your exercises and the kind of equipment you will use will depend on your treatment plan, but your physiotherapist will ensure you are able to perform your exercises safely and properly before doing them on your own. Our experts will ensure you have the right equipment and have mastered the techniques behind your exercises before you perform them without your physiotherapist.

At Circle Health Group, we offer a broad range of physiotherapy services with a network of dedicated specialists. To find out more about these services, call a friendly member of our advisory team on 0141 300 5009.

At The Runnymede Hospital, we offer physiotherapy appointments from £64. The benefits of having your treatment with us include:

• No GP referral required 
• Appointments are usually available within 48 hours 
• Follow-up appointments available from £50

Our fixed-price packages include the cost of your physiotherapy and any appropriate aftercare appointments.

Our flexible payment options help you spread the cost of your treatment across a time period that suits you. We offer fixed-term monthly payment plans over one to five years with no deposit required. If you decide to pay over 10 months, you will pay interest-free. If you are paying for a longer period, you will pay 14.9% APR.

If you have private health insurance, physiotherapy will often be covered by your provider. Speak to your insurer directly to find out.

There are many reasons why you might need physiotherapy, and there are several types of physiotherapy for different conditions. Types of physiotherapy we offer at The Runnymede Hospital include:

Physiotherapy for joint pain caused by a chronic condition

Physiotherapy helps reduce pain and limited mobility caused by joint pain problems such as osteoarthritis. Physiotherapy helps strengthen the muscles that protect your joints, which allows you to move more freely and without as much pain and stiffness. Musculoskeletal physiotherapy is an extremely common and effective form of treatment for chronic joint pain. It is also used to help you prepare for and recover from surgery.

Physiotherapy for a sports injury

This helps you recover from your injury and get back to playing the sport you love as quickly as possible. Your physiotherapy programme will focus on strengthening the muscles around your affected joint and ensuring you know how to protect your injury from getting worse by managing your movement and stretching regularly.

Respiratory physiotherapy for lung problems

Respiratory physiotherapy can help you manage conditions that affect your lungs such as asthma. Through relaxation and breathing techniques, as well as postural education, respiratory physiotherapy can help strengthen your lung capacity and lower your resting heart rate to improve your overall health.

Shockwave physiotherapy

Shockwave therapy uses a specialist device to deliver acoustic energy through your skin to the injured part of your body. The shockwaves are mechanical and not electric. They are audible, low-energy sound waves, which increase the blood flow to the injured area. Shockwave therapy can be used to treat all kinds of lower and upper limb conditions that cause chronic joint pain. 

Acupuncture

Acupuncture, a traditional form of Chinese medicine, can be used on its own or in combination with physiotherapy to treat a range of musculoskeletal conditions. Acupuncture can be effective in reducing pain and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis, including neck pain and back pain.

Bracing

You may benefit from bracing if you have been suffering with painful joints, stability issues or have ongoing pain. Braces can also help with rehabilitation and returning to sport.

Hand therapy

This provides assessment and holistic rehabilitation for people with a hand or upper limb injury or condition. The treatment is tailored to your needs and focuses on helping you get back to the day-to-day activities that you enjoy with reduced pain and significantly improved mobility in your hand.

Rehabilitation services

This aims to improve your function and mobility after surgery or injuries including fractures, chronic spinal conditions, strokes, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, cranial surgery, and cardiac surgery. Our physiotherapists and rehabilitative specialists work together to improve your physical and emotional wellbeing and get you back on track and generally healthy following a traumatic time.

 

The Runnymede Hospital physiotherapy department is comprised of four rooms, a gym, and an additional private room, allowing privacy when required.

The purpose-built physio-gym at The Runnymede Hospital allows our physiotherapists to work with you to provide expert advice, developing exercise programmes to meet your specific needs. Exercise forms an important part of physiotherapy. The aim is to increase mobility, muscle strength, general fitness, core stability, and reduce symptoms.

Our fully-equipped gym includes:

• A Wattbike
• Multi gym equipment and bench
• A dumbbell set
• A treadmill.

The gym has a range of specialist rehabilitation equipment, such as:

• Wobble cushions
• A Bosu balance trainer
• Weights
• Dumbbells
• Strengthening bands
• A trampoline.

If you have a history of bone or muscle pain, or mobility constraints after surgery (such as a hip or knee replacement) then you may benefit from a period of inpatient rehabilitation at The Runnymede Hospital.

We understand you might feel anxious and concerned about regaining your strength and movement. At The Runnymede, our team are here to provide you with reassurance and support to help you recover and return to independence as quickly as possible.

Our Step Down service starts from £375 per night

Provided by a small multi-disciplinary team of physiotherapists and medical consultants, our aim is to give you more confidence in your new joint, reassure you through a tailored recovery plan, and use the latest rehabilitation technologies to ensure your progress is tracked and amended for the very best result.

What can I expect from the service?

• Various packages for a minimum of one night in our rehabilitation beds
• Private room and bathroom, all meals, and bespoke physiotherapy sessions twice a day, tailored to your needs
• Regular visits from your supervising consultant and therapists to ensure your progress is reflected in on-going goal setting and review
• 24-hour nursing care and medical cover according to individual need

Shireen Dalvie: Clinical Services Manager

Shireen qualified in 2000 at the University of Cape Town, South Africa. After working in several private healthcare hospitals, she moved to the UK to start working as a senior physiotherapist at The Runnymede Hospital. She has experience in a vast variety of musculoskeletal conditions and post-operative orthopaedic recovery but has a keen interest in shoulder injuries and rehabilitation following surgery. She adopts a manual approach to her treatments and believes that patient education is paramount to injury prevention and recurrence.

Shireen has been with us for 16 years and has progressed to clinical services manager of the department. She continues to drive services forward, offering treatments such as acupuncture, hand therapy, shockwave therapy, musculoskeletal and sports specific rehabilitation as well as introducing sports massage therapy. 

Matt Saayman: Senior Physiotherapist

Matt is a physiotherapist from South Africa. He has been qualified since 2013 and has experience within both the public and private sector. He has a keen interest in musculoskeletal, sports and rehabilitation and orthopaedic injuries.

Matt has a hands-on and holistic approach to his treatment. He has great attention to detail and likes to and keeps up to date with all the latest research and development within the physiotherapy community.

Alison Cockburn: Senior Physiotherapist

After graduating from the West Middlesex Hospital School of Physiotherapy, Alison initially worked in the NHS before gaining experience abroad in the United States. On her return she settled within the private hospital sector and now specialises in rehabilitation.

When you choose to go private with Runnymede Hospital, you can expect:

• Flexible appointment times and locations to fit your routine
• The freedom to choose the service, consultant and therapist to suit your needs
• Personalised, consultant-led treatment plans tailored to your individual needs
• Comfortable and safe private facilities maintained by expert multidisciplinary teams
• Support by the same compassionate clinical team from beginning to end
• Affordable, fixed-price packages with aftercare included
• Flexible payment options to help you spread the cost of your care, including outpatient physiotherapy.

If you would like to learn more our physiotherapy services, book your appointment online today or call a member of our team directly on 0141 300 5009.

Content reviewed by Circle in-house team in October 2022. Next review due October 2025.