Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy Clinics – Citywide

Musculoskeletal (MSK) Physiotherapy Clinics – Citywide

We provide treatment for adults (over 18 years) with musculoskeletal (muscles, joints, and bones) and orthopaedic conditions or injuries. Patients are offered a comprehensive subjective and objective assessment face-to-face, followed by treatment where appropriate. Shared decision-making and patient expectations are used to set goals and plan treatment. 

Our Aim

Our aim is to improve the quality of life of our patients and give them appropriate information and support to manage their condition in the future. Patients are offered a comprehensive subjective and objective assessment face-to-face, followed by treatment where appropriate. Shared decision making and patient expectations are used to set goals and plan treatment. For some patients this will include combining skills and knowledge with other healthcare professionals to achieve the best possible care.

Who we help

  • Muscle and ligament conditions e.g. tennis/golfer’s elbow, frozen shoulder, repetitive strain injury
  • Low back and neck pain
  • Long term conditions e.g. osteoarthritis
  • General joint pain
  • Sports injuries e.g. ankle sprains, ligament injuries
  • Post- operative orthopaedic rehabilitation (when accompanied with essential information – i.e. full operation summary

How we help

Treatment may include:

  • Back/neck rehabilitation
  • Class/group exercise sessions
  • Manual techniques
  • Electrotherapy

Our Team

All clinical staff are qualified, chartered physiotherapists registered with the Health and Care Professions Council. This guarantees that their qualification is properly recognised, that they abide by a professional code of conduct and are covered by professional liability insurance. For more information see the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy website.

The physiotherapy team is supported by physiotherapy assistants, administration, and clerical staff.

Students

We regularly have physiotherapy students from Manchester Metropolitan University and Salford University join us for their clinical training placements.

You will always be asked if you are happy to be treated by a student who is under the close supervision of a qualified staff member. There is no obligation to agree and there are qualified staff to treat you if you prefer it.

Referral Information

GP led or patient self-referral direct to the service via email from the GP administrators.

Appointments available at the centres listed in Additional Information below.

If you think musculoskeletal physiotherapy may be of benefit to you, please contact your GP Practice in the first instance to be referred to our service.

Contact Information and Opening Times

Contact information

Opening hours

Monday to Friday, 8am – 5pm.

Additional Information and Useful Links

Locations:

  • Alexandra Park Health Centre
    2 Whitswood Close
    Manchester
    M16 7AP
  • Levenshulme Health Centre
    Dunstable Street
    Levenshulme
    M19 3BX
  • Longsight Health Centre
    526 Stockport Road
    Longsight
    M13 0RR
  • Kath Locke Centre
    123 Moss Lane East
    Hulme
    M16 5DD
  • Rusholme Health Centre
    Walmer Street
    Rusholme
    M14 5NP
  • The Vallance Centre
    Brunswick Street
    Ardwick
    M13 9UJ

Page last reviewed: May 2024
Next review due: May 2025