Physiotherapy Edinburgh
Evidence-based physiotherapy at our Leith clinic for active adults across Edinburgh. A clear assessment and a plan from session one.
Your care is led by our HCPC-registered physiotherapists: Alex Nairn (PH123656), Stuart Maytham (PH108811) and Niamh Hay (PH151165).
Looking for physiotherapy in Edinburgh you can trust?
Health by Science is an HCPC-registered physiotherapy clinic at 100 Giles Street, Leith, Edinburgh (EH6 6BZ). Our physiotherapists assess and treat back pain, neck pain, sciatica, knee pain, running injuries, tendon pain and post-surgical rehabilitation, with a strength-led approach. We accept Bupa and Aviva. Initial assessment £70.
We work with active adults across Edinburgh, whether you are in pain, recovering from injury, or returning to training after time away. From your first session you get a clear assessment, a plain-English explanation of what is driving the problem, and a treatment plan. No vague labels, no guesswork.
When rest and generic advice have not worked, active people come to us for more than a quick fix. If you have searched for physio Edinburgh, our HCPC-registered team works alongside our strength and conditioning coaches every day, so your rehabilitation is built to get you back to real life, not just out of the clinic.
If you know you want a full assessment, book an appointment and we will be in touch. If you cannot get in to the clinic, a free online physio call is a flexible alternative.
When should you see a physiotherapist in Edinburgh?
Book an assessment when pain is limiting your training or daily life, an injury keeps coming back, or rest has not solved the problem. Consider booking if any of these sound familiar:
- Pain is limiting your training or daily life
- An injury or niggle keeps coming back
- Rest has not solved the issue
- You are not sure what is causing your symptoms
- You want a structured plan to return to sport or lifting
- You are recovering from surgery and need guided rehab
Why do active adults in Edinburgh choose Health by Science for physiotherapy?
Because you get a clear working diagnosis, strength-led rehabilitation, and a structured return to full capacity. We assess how you move and load, explain it in plain English, and rebuild capacity rather than only settling symptoms. This approach suits stubborn or chronic pain as well as a recent sports injury.
What happens in your first physiotherapy assessment?
Your first appointment gives you clarity and direction. We find the root cause of the problem, not just the painful area.
The initial consultation runs around 60 minutes, and you leave with a clear understanding of your injury, a structured treatment plan, and practical guidance on training and activity.
Where it helps, we add a follow-up movement assessment using our Movement MOT.
How does physiotherapy at our Edinburgh clinic work?
We assess properly, explain clearly, rebuild strength and capacity, then guide a confident return to activity. Your symptoms are viewed in the context of how you move and load, so the plan targets what is actually driving the problem.
How much does physiotherapy in Edinburgh cost?
An initial physiotherapy assessment is £70 and a follow-up session is £40. There are no hidden fees, and we accept private health insurance including Bupa and Aviva.
If you are weighing up the private physiotherapy cost in Edinburgh, our physiotherapy prices are straightforward. Across the UK the cost of physiotherapy is typically £60 to £120 per hour, with initial assessments often £75 to £100. Our physiotherapy cost in Edinburgh sits below that: £70 for your initial assessment and £40 per follow-up.
Your initial assessment includes a full clinical and movement assessment, a clear working diagnosis explained in plain English, and a structured treatment plan. Each follow-up covers reassessment, progression, load adjustment, and return-to-activity guidance.
Using private health insurance?
We accept major providers including Bupa and Aviva. Please ensure you have authorisation prior to your appointment.
Not ready to book?
Start with a free Online Physiotherapy Assessment.
What do physiotherapy clients in Edinburgh say?
Our clients most often mention the same things: a thorough assessment, a clear explanation, and a plan that finally made sense. We hold a 4.9 rating across 104 Google reviews.
Who will deliver your physiotherapy?
Your assessment and rehabilitation are led by our HCPC-registered physiotherapists, who work alongside our strength and conditioning team to bridge rehab and performance. Instead of vague labels and generic exercise sheets, you get a clear working diagnosis, honest answers, and a plan built for you.
Clinically reviewed by Alex Nairn, HCPC PH123656. Last reviewed June, 2026 and reviewed periodically to reflect current evidence.
Can you help with postnatal and women’s health rehabilitation?
Yes. Niamh leads our postnatal and women’s health rehabilitation in Edinburgh. If you are returning to running, lifting or daily activity after pregnancy, we assess what is driving your symptoms and build a structured plan. You can start with a Movement MOT with Niamh, or book a physiotherapy assessment directly.
Physiotherapy for runners and running injuries
Our physiotherapists assess and rehabilitate the running injuries we see most often: Achilles and patellar tendinopathy, runner’s knee, shin pain, calf and hamstring strains, and hip and glute-related pain. We treat the cause, not just the sore spot, by looking at how you load, how you train, and how your body tolerates the demands of running.
A running injury is rarely about one tissue. It usually reflects a mismatch between the load you are asking your body to handle and the capacity it currently has. Your initial assessment, around 60 minutes, gives you a clear working diagnosis and a plan that addresses both. We grade your rehabilitation, rebuild strength and tendon capacity, and stage your return to running, so you come back able to handle full training rather than stopping at pain-free jogging.
Because our HCPC-registered physiotherapists work alongside our strength and conditioning coaches, the strength side of your rehab is built properly, not bolted on. That matters whether you are training for a first 10k, chasing a marathon time, or simply running to stay healthy.
Initial assessment £70, follow-ups £40. We accept Bupa and Aviva.
What injuries does your Edinburgh physiotherapy clinic treat?
We assess and rehabilitate injuries across the spine, shoulder and arm, hip, knee and running, and foot and ankle. Each condition is viewed in the context of how you move and load, so the plan targets the cause, not just the painful area.
If you are not sure where to start, our guides on your first physiotherapy appointment, whether you need a GP referral, sleeping with pain, and physio versus chiropractor walk through what to expect.
How is this different from NHS physiotherapy in Edinburgh?
The main differences are how quickly you are seen, how long your appointments are, and whether you see the same physiotherapist throughout. NHS Lothian physiotherapy is free at the point of use and delivered by skilled clinicians. The trade-offs are waiting times, shorter and fewer appointments, and seeing whoever is available rather than one consistent physiotherapist.
At Health by Science you can usually book within days, your initial assessment runs around 60 minutes, and you stay with the same HCPC-registered physiotherapist across your plan. That continuity matters when an injury is stubborn or you are working towards a specific goal like returning to running, lifting or sport.
Our approach is strength-led. Rather than settling symptoms and discharging you, we rebuild the capacity that was missing in the first place, with our physiotherapists working alongside our strength and conditioning coaches. For active adults who want to get back to full training, that integrated approach is the practical difference.
This is not an either-or. Many people use the NHS for urgent or surgical care and choose private physiotherapy when they want to be seen sooner, have longer sessions, or follow a structured return-to-activity plan. If you are unsure which route fits your situation, a free online physio call is a good place to start.
Initial assessment £70, follow-ups £40. We accept Bupa and Aviva.
What is the free online physiotherapy assessment?
A free 15 to 30 minute video call with our Edinburgh physiotherapy team. We take a full history of your symptoms, discuss your training and lifestyle, give you an initial explanation, and set out a plan where appropriate. It is a flexible option if you cannot get in to the clinic or want to talk things through first. It does not replace a hands-on assessment, manual therapy or in-person strength testing.
What’s included:
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A 15–30 minute video assessment
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Full subjective assessment of your symptoms
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Detailed discussion of training and lifestyle demands
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Initial diagnosis and explanation
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Structured rehabilitation plan where appropriate
What It Doesn’t Include:
- Hands-on assessment
- Manual therapy
- In-person strength testing
Where is your physiotherapy clinic?
We are based at Health by Science Physiotherapy, 100 Giles Street, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6BZ, easy to reach from Leith, the city centre, Stockbridge and Portobello. Appointments are available in our clinic, with online physiotherapy when you need flexibility. Some clients continue their progress through our Thrive rehabilitation classes, supervised strength training for people rebuilding long-term health and resilience.
Some clients continue their progress through our Thrive rehabilitation classes, supervised strength training for people rebuilding long-term health and resilience. Our approach focuses on clear diagnosis and progressive loading, helping you return confidently to training, running or sport.
If you cannot get in to the clinic, online physiotherapy is available.
Physiotherapy Edinburgh FAQs
How do I visit your Leith physiotherapy clinic?
Find us at Health by Science Physiotherapy, 100 Giles Street, Leith, Edinburgh, EH6 6BZ. Call 0131 210 0140 or email us to book. We are open Monday to Friday 6am to 10pm and weekends 8am to 8pm.
Opening Hours.
Mon – Fri: 6:00AM – 10:00PM
Sat – Sun: 8:00AM – 8:00PM
Ready to start your physiotherapy in Edinburgh?
Get a clear assessment and a plan from session one. Book a physiotherapy assessment and we will be in touch. If you cannot get in to the clinic, a free online physio call is available.