Sports & Exercise Medicine

Sports & Exercise Medicine isn’t just for athletes. We see patients of all ages and activity levels experiencing joint pain, muscle injuries, tendon problems, back pain and other musculoskeletal conditions. Whether you’re an elite athlete, enjoy recreational sport or are dealing with an injury sustained during everyday life, our clinic is here to help. We regularly treat conditions such as hamstring injuries, golfer’s elbow, shoulder pain and knee problems in people who simply want to move more comfortably and get back to doing what they enjoy.

No. If you’re paying for your appointment yourself, you can book directly with one of our Sports & Exercise Medicine consultants without a GP referral. If you’re using private medical insurance, we recommend checking with your insurer before booking to confirm whether a referral letter is required under your policy. Our patient services team can help you arrange your appointment and provide information about both self-pay and private medical insurance options.

Your consultant will discuss your symptoms, medical history and activity levels before carrying out a thorough clinical examination. If required, further investigations or imaging, such as diagnostic ultrasound, X-ray or blood tests, may be recommended to help reach an accurate diagnosis. Once your assessment is complete, your consultant will explain your findings and recommend a personalised treatment plan based on your condition, lifestyle and goals.

Not necessarily. Sports & Exercise Medicine focuses on evidence-based, non-surgical treatments wherever possible, including rehabilitation, exercise prescription, injection therapies and shockwave therapy. If surgery is considered the most appropriate option, your consultant can refer you to the relevant specialist, ensuring you receive the right care at the right time.

Sports & Exercise Medicine consultants are medical doctors with specialist training in diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries and exercise-related health concerns. They can diagnose complex conditions, arrange investigations such as MRI scans and ultrasound imaging, prescribe medication, perform certain procedures and coordinate your overall care. Physiotherapists play an important role in rehabilitation, and where appropriate, our consultants work closely with them to support your recovery.

We aim to offer appointments as quickly as possible, with many patients seen within days. If your condition is urgent, please contact our patient services team and we’ll do our best to arrange the earliest suitable appointment.