Overview
Private musculoskeletal (MSK) physiotherapy assessment and treatment at Darent Valley Hospital tailored to your needs and goals. We aim to provide evidence-based, specialist care delivered to the highest level. All our physiotherapists are registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the Chartered Society of Physiotherapists (CSP). They have previous experience working in the NHS and/or private sector. We have a wide range of facilities and treatments available, including:
- Gym-based rehabilitation
- Hydrotherapy
- Massage
- Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) / Low-level laser therapy (LLLT)
- Acupuncture
- Splinting (hand therapy)
- Sports taping
Please note that some treatment modalities will be at the discretion of your therapist.
Useful Information
What is Ai Chi?
Ai Chi is a gentle form of exercise performed in warm water. It combines elements of Tai Chi, Qigong, deep breathing and flowing movements to help improve both physical and mental well-being.
The movements are slow, controlled and calming, making Ai Chi suitable for people with a range of ages and abilities.
The benefits of Ai Chi
- Improves balance and stability
- Increases flexibility and mobility
- Relieves stress and promotes relaxation
- Supports muscle strength
- Gentle on the joints
- Improves breathing and mindfulness
This runs on Mondays from 16:00 - 17:00 & 17:00 - 18:00. Sessions are £9, and payment is required for a set of 6 sessions.
If you would like to book into this class, please call 01322 428 690 or email dgn-tr.hydrotherapy@nhs.net
Recognised insurance providers include: BUPA, AXA, Aviva, CIGNA, Vitality and WPA You will need your membership number and authorisation code provided by your insurance company and how many sessions have been approved You will need to know if there is an excess amount to be paid.
Please allow up to 45 minutes for an initial assessment.
At your first appointment, a thorough history will be taken, followed by a physical examination. Please bring relevant information (e.g. scan results, consultant letters, medication lists).
Wear or bring loose clothing, which allows the therapists to see the affected areas. Consider wearing sportswear if you feel that you will require assessment in a gym environment or on the treadmill. For hydrotherapy, you will require swimming clothes, a towel, flip-flops and a change of clothes.
After assessment, you will be provided with expert advice and treatment, alongside a personalised plan to help you achieve your goals.
In the event of needing to cancel your appointment, please provide 24 hours' notice.
Self-funding:
Late cancellations will incur a 50% charge if you are self-funding. If you do not attend, you will be charged the full price.
Insurance:
Late cancellations and non-attendance will result in the loss of one of your approved sessions.
We can provide specialist assessment and treatment for:
- MSK Adults and Paediatrics
- Sports Injury Rehabilitation (adults and paediatrics)
- Orthopaedic Post-Operative Rehabilitation
- Women’s Health Conditions
- Hydrotherapy
- Respiratory Conditions
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|
Initial Assessment |
Follow Up |
|
Physiotherapy |
£80 |
£60 |
|
Hand Therapy |
£100 |
£67 |
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Hydrotherapy |
£88 |
£60 |
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Pelvic Health |
£88 |
£62 |
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Paediatric |
£87 |
£64 |
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Shockwave |
- |
£86 |
** Please note that prior to booking an initial assessment, you will be asked to pay for an initial assessment and one follow-up appointment. You will then subsequently be paying for one appointment in advance.
If follow-up appointments are not required, then you will receive a full refund for appointments not used. **
Examples of common conditions we can treat include:
- Osteoarthritis
- Tendinopathies
- Paediatric growth-related conditions, e.g., Osgood-Schlatter’s
- Acute sports injuries and running injuries
- Back and neck pain
- Post-fracture
- Post-operative, e.g. ACL reconstruction
- Balance and mobility issues
- Pre and post-natal pain
- Pelvic floor dysfunction