Private Physiotherapy Darlington

At Woodlands Hospital in Darlington, we provide expert physiotherapy care for all musculoskeletal conditions. Our clinicians have a minimum of ten years experience and use our fully equipped gymnasium to help you regain your independence or sporting goals. We also have access to all imaging modalities such as MRI, Ultrasound, X-Ray and a range of consultants for onward opinion if required. All of our physiotherapists are registered with the HCPC and CSP governing bodies.

To book an appointment with one of our physiotherapists, please call 01325 341712 and select option 2.

clinician performing physiotherapy on knee patient

At Woodlands Hospital in Darlington, all of our physiotherapists are registered with the Health & Care Professions Council.

The team are all experienced practitioners and are used to managing a range of conditions. We will ensure you are seen by a specialist physiotherapist with extensive skills at managing and treating your problem. We have clinicians who are recognised ossur brace fitters and sports rehabilitators.

Your first visit will involve an assessment of your condition so that a treatment programme can be specifically developed for you. We offer a wide range of therapies that are often used in combination with a treatment programme. Our appointments give patients the reassurance of being seen quickly by a specialist, and the peace of mind of having fast access to any further treatment, tests and results if required.

If necessary, you can benefit from fast referrals and access to the latest imaging technologies to help accurately diagnose and aid a treatment pathway decision. We also work closely with our experienced consultants and can refer you for an opinion if deemed appropriate.

With free parking on-site and being local to Darlington, we are your one-stop access to a diagnosis and appropriate treatment to get you back to full fitness.

To discover more about our private physiotherapy services, give our friendly enquiry team a call on 0808 239 2552, or book online with a specialist of your choice.

Payment options

If you are paying for yourself, we can usually offer an upfront cost which you can then choose to pay in full or access one of our easy payment options. Prices start from £64 for an initial assessment and £50 for a follow up appointment.

Our physiotherapy team have clinical interests and specialise in different areas, allowing us to provide treatment for many different conditions. These include:

Acupuncture – can be used on its own or in combination with physiotherapy to help treat a range of musculoskeletal conditions.
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.
Chronic pain management - if you have had persistent or long standing pain that has failed to respond to previous treatments, then it would be helpful to consult a physiotherapist. This type of physiotherapy has been shown to assist patients with coping strategies that can help improve quality of life.
Gait analysis – is the assessment of the lower limb biomechanics, e.g. how you stand, walk or run, to help identify problems in your legs, hips or even your back. It can help prevent painful conditions developing or recurring.
Hand therapy - provides assessment and holistic rehabilitation for patients 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.
Pelvic health rehabilitation - pelvic health physiotherapists are specially trained to assess and treat a range of conditions that can cause pelvic problems, such as incontinence of the bladder or bowel, or pelvic pain.
Sports injuries - the diagnosis and treatment of muscle, joint and nerve problems caused by practicing a sport or exercising, including muscle imbalances, joint pain and post-fracture rehabilitation. The aim is to get you back to sport as soon as possible.
Pilates - a form of exercise that may improve balance, strength, posture, flexibility and circulation. It focuses on strengthening the core abdominal and back muscles.
Shockwave therapy- also known as Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT), it is used to treat chronic tendon problems, shoulder pain, painful heel, tennis elbow or pain in the Achilles tendon.
Vestibular rehabilitation – the treatment consists of exercises designed to retrain the balance system and to re-programme your brain to tune out the dizzy sensations. The goal is to gradually reduce the severity of your symptoms, by becoming desensitised.

At Woodlands, we have a fully equipped gymnasium to enable you and your clinician to ensure you get back to full fitness and achieve your goals.

Our gym facilities include:

Treadmill
Cycle bike
X-trainer
TRX
Squat rack
Leg press
Free weights
Dumbbells
Kettlebells

We always appreciate feedback from our patients, some recent testimonials can be read below:

"Listened, explained helped and gave exercises. Positive and encouraging; thank you"
"Shown so much kindness"
"Friendly, approachable, understood my needs and gave appropriate advice"
"First star service all the way"
"Level of care and expertise was excellent, friendly staff and comfortable environment"
"Excellent information advice, carefully answered all my questions. I felt informed and equipped to make a good recovery"

Choosing to have your private physiotherapy treatment at Woodlands comes with a host of benefits, such as:

Assessments ASAP –We can offer fast access to private physiotherapy appointments, with the ability for patients to book in themselves online.
Patient satisfaction – 98.1% of patients in 2024 said they would be likely or extremely likely to recommend their consultant to their friends or family. 96% also said that their overall experience of the nursing care was very good or excellent. We aim to make your stay with us as comfortable as possible, and these results highlight our continued efforts to ensure this is achieved.
Personalised care – We believe in a bespoke approach to treatment, tailoring each experience to our patients’ needs and whatever may be best for you. This is regularly reviewed, ensuring you get the necessary treatment at every stage of your patient journey.
A multi-disciplinary approach – Our teams at Woodlands work in tandem with each other to provide you with the best possible care from start to finish. Working closely alongside a dedicated team of radiographers, anaesthetists, and nurses, you have support from medical professionals every step of the way during your treatment.
Convenient appointments – With appointments available between 10am and 8.30pm Monday-Saturday, you are sure to find an appointment slot that suits your needs and availability.
Park with ease – We know that parking should be the least of your worries when attending hospital, so our car park has ample space to accommodate your needs. This also includes 4 electric vehicle charging points. Alternatively, we are very close to Darlington Railway Station, should you wish to visit us by train. We are also a short walk from multiple bus stops, including Morton Park Way (Morrisons) and Yarm Road.

For peace of mind and expert care, please contact the team on 0808 239 2552, or book online today with a specialist of your choice.

Woodlands Hospital first opened in Darlington in 2001, and we have been treating patients from Darlington and the wider area ever since.

We are located on Morton Park Way, opposite Dunelm and Premier Inn and over the road from Morrisons. Darlington Train Station is approximately 3.5 miles away and there is a taxi rank at the station with cabs available throughout the day. We are also a short walk from numerous bus routes, with stops at Morrisons and on Yarm Road. We are a short distance from local attractions such as Hopetown, the brick train sculpture and the Hippodrome.

We have free parking available on-site, with 4 electric vehicle charging points. The hospital has an accessible entrance, however please do let a member of the team know if you require a wheelchair and one of our friendly porters can assist you into the building.

Each of our rooms feature an en-suite for added comfort and privacy. The rooms are spacious with a remote controlled TV and free Wi-Fi available during your stay. Our catering team are on-hand to serve breakfast, lunch and dinner at regular mealtimes. We offer a range of choices available, please do let us know of any special dietary requirements you have prior to your admission.

As well as offering surgery, we have a number of fantastic facilities on-site at Woodlands.

We also have imaging facilities on-site, including a wide-bore MRI scanner, x-ray, ultrasound, fluoroscopy and access to a CT scanner. Please note: appointments for any imaging service at Woodlands Hospital can only be made once the department receives a referral from a GMC-registered consultant. For more information, please give our friendly enquiry team a call on 01325 968 195.