Move well. Recover
fully.
Stay resilient.
From nagging back pain to post-surgical rehab and return-to-sport programmes, our chartered physiotherapists build a plan around your body, your goals and your timeline — with hands-on care backed by movement science.
4.9/5 from 840+ verified reviews
Chartered, insured & recognised by
- HCPC Registered
- CSP Chartered
- Bupa Recognised
- AXA Health
- Vitality
- England Athletics
What we treat
Focused programmes for every stage of recovery
Pick a treatment area to see how we assess, treat and get you back to doing what you love — without guesswork.
Sports injuries & return-to-play
Sprains, strains, tendinopathies and overuse injuries assessed with objective testing — then a progressive loading plan that returns you to sport at full capacity, not just pain-free.
- Acute injury management
- Strength & conditioning
- Running gait analysis
- Return-to-sport testing
Sports rehab
Back & neck pain
Whether it's a desk-bound stiff neck or a flare-up that stops you mid-stride, we find the driver of your pain and give you the tools to calm it down and keep it settled.
- Hands-on manual therapy
- Sciatica & disc care
- Postural retraining
- Workstation coaching
Manual therapy
Post-surgical rehabilitation
Structured, milestone-based recovery after joint replacement, ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repair and more — coordinated with your surgeon's protocol every step of the way.
- Knee & hip replacement
- ACL & ligament repair
- Shoulder reconstruction
- Scar & swelling care
Guided recovery
Women's health physiotherapy
Discreet, specialist care for pelvic health, pregnancy-related pain and postnatal recovery — helping you rebuild strength and confidence at your own pace.
- Pelvic floor rehab
- Pregnancy-related pain
- Postnatal return to fitness
- Diastasis recovery
Specialist care
Persistent & chronic pain
For pain that has outstayed its welcome, we take a whole-person approach — pacing, graded movement and education that gently expands what your body can do again.
- Graded exposure plans
- Pain-science education
- Fatigue & pacing support
- Confidence rebuilding
Long-term support
Why Meridian
Care that treats the cause, not just the symptom
Most clinics hand you a sheet of exercises and hope for the best. We do it differently: a thorough first assessment, a diagnosis you actually understand, and a plan that adapts as you progress — so you get better and stay better.
- Longer appointments. A full hour on your first visit — no rushing.
- Evidence-led. Treatment grounded in current research.
- On-site gym. Rehab space to load and test properly.
- Direct access. No GP referral needed to get started.
- Avg. pain reduction
- 68%
- Back to sport in
- 6 wks*
- First-visit wait
- 48 hrs
*Median return-to-sport for common soft-tissue injuries. Individual results vary.
How it works
A clear path from first visit to full strength
No mystery, no open-ended plans. Three deliberate phases keep your recovery moving and measurable.
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01
Assess
A full hour to understand your history, test your movement and pinpoint exactly what's driving your symptoms.
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02
Treat & rebuild
Hands-on therapy paired with a progressive exercise plan you can actually stick to, adjusted at every visit.
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03
Sustain
Return-to-activity testing and a maintenance strategy so the problem stays solved — not just paused.
Our space
A calm, well-equipped place to get better
Private treatment rooms, a fully-kitted rehab gym and a reception that feels more like a living room than a waiting room.
The practitioners
Chartered clinicians who genuinely listen
Every therapist at Meridian is HCPC-registered and a member of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, with advanced training in their specialism.
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Dr. Elena Marsh
Clinical Director · MSK
Doctorate in physiotherapy; 18 years treating complex spinal and sports cases.
SpinalSports -
Marcus Ade
Sports Physiotherapist
Former county-level S&C coach specialising in return-to-play rehab.
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Priya Nair
Women's Health Lead
Pelvic-health specialist supporting pregnancy and postnatal recovery.
PelvicPostnatal -
Tom Boyd
Rehabilitation Therapist
Post-surgical rehab expert with a focus on knee and shoulder recovery.
KneeShoulder
Patient stories
Recoveries our patients didn't think were possible
Real words from real people — names shortened for privacy, as they'd appear on our review pages.
"Eighteen months of knee pain and two other clinics got me nowhere. Meridian found the real problem in one session. Twelve weeks later I ran my first half-marathon."
James R.
ACL rehab · returned to running
"After my hip replacement I was terrified of moving. Priya's calm, step-by-step plan gave me my independence back."
Margaret T.
Post-surgical rehab
"They actually explained what was wrong instead of just cracking my back and sending me off. My migraines have all but gone."
Sofia L.
Neck pain & headaches
Simple, honest pricing
Consultation & care packages
No hidden fees and no lock-in. Pay per session or save with a plan — most private insurers are accepted.
Single Session
Best for a one-off issue or a second opinion.
£65 / 45 min
- Focused assessment & treatment
- Hands-on therapy
- Take-home exercise plan
- Emailed session summary
Recovery Plan
A structured block for a full recovery.
£290 / 5 sessions
- Extended 60-min first assessment
- Progressive, adapting programme
- App-based exercise tracking
- Direct messaging with your therapist
- Save £35 vs. single sessions
Performance
For athletes chasing a specific goal.
£520 / 10 sessions
- Everything in Recovery Plan
- Running gait & biomechanics analysis
- Strength & conditioning blocks
- Return-to-sport testing
Insured? We work with Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and Aviva. Ask about direct billing.
Good to know
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need before your first visit. Still unsure? We're glad to talk it through.
Talk to our team
Mon–Sat, no call centre
No — physiotherapy is a direct-access profession, so you can book with us straight away. If you're claiming on private insurance, some policies do ask for a GP referral first, so it's worth a quick check with your provider.
Comfortable, loose clothing you can move in — think shorts and a t-shirt. It helps your therapist see and assess the area properly. We also have private changing space and gowns if you'd prefer.
It depends entirely on your condition and goals. Many minor issues settle in two to four sessions; complex or post-surgical cases take longer. You'll get an honest estimate after your first assessment — and we'll never book you in for more than you need.
Yes. We're recognised by all major UK insurers including Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality and Aviva, and can bill many of them directly. Just bring your policy and authorisation number to your first visit.
Life happens — just give us at least 24 hours' notice and there's no charge. Cancellations inside 24 hours or missed appointments are charged at the full session rate.
Ready to move without holding back?
Book your assessment today and leave your first visit with a clear diagnosis, a plan, and the first steps of your recovery already underway.
- Same-week appointments
- No GP referral needed
- Insurers welcome