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Self-referral to osteopathic and chiropractic therapists

How we can help

If you are experiencing pain in your bones, muscles or joints, perhaps it’s related to an injury or illness, or maybe you’ve just been overdoing it. Whatever the reason, you can refer yourself for treatment from a physiotherapist, chiropractor or osteopath to help you on the path to better health.

We always advise that if you are very concerned about your health that you discuss it with your GP wherever possible. They are best placed to know your medical history and give you advice on the best course of action for you.

If you would like to refer yourself to a physiotherapist, chiropractor or osteopath follow the process below.

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Your own choice of physiotherapist via a GP referral

If you want to use your own physiotherapist rather than one from Nuffield, you must visit your GP for a referral. It’s not quite the same process – after you’ve seen your GP, you call us for authorisation for the first two sessions. After this we’ll liaise with your physiotherapist about their recommended treatment plan. Then you call us again to get authorisation to proceed.

Referral by your chiropractor or osteopath to a specialist

We’ll help here too. So if you need to see a specialist after your chiropractic or osteopathy treatment, you don't have to go back to your GP. We'll allow your chiropractor or osteopath to refer you directly onto a specialist. It’s another way we help you quickly reach the treatment you need.