Full Motion Physio sits in the heart of Manchester's Northern Quarter, a few minutes from Piccadilly and the city centre. If you are weighing up where to go for treatment, here is an honest look at what to expect when you come in, how to actually find us, and the range of problems we help people with, whether you are an office worker with a stiff neck, a runner nursing an injury, or someone working back from surgery.

Where to find us

The clinic is on the basement floor of Sevendale House, 5-7 Dale Street, M1 1JA, right in the Northern Quarter. It is a short walk from both Manchester Piccadilly and Victoria stations, with the Metrolink stops at Piccadilly Gardens and Shudehill close by. That makes it easy to reach from across Greater Manchester, including the city centre, Ancoats, Salford, and Stockport.

If you are driving in, there is paid parking at the NCP Dale Street and Church Street car parks nearby. For a cheaper option, on-street parking on Cornell Street and George Leigh Street in Ancoats is around £1.20 for two hours, a five to eight minute walk away.

What to expect from your first appointment

A good first appointment is mostly listening and assessing, not rushing into treatment. It starts with your story: what happened, what makes it better or worse, and what you actually want to get back to. That is followed by a physical assessment to work out which structures are involved and what is driving the problem. Only then does it make sense to talk about a diagnosis and a plan.

From there, treatment usually combines hands-on work to settle symptoms and free up movement with a progressive exercise programme built around you. The aim is not just to feel better for a day or two, but to fix the underlying issue so it stays fixed.

What we treat

The clinic covers the full range of musculoskeletal problems, from everyday aches to complex rehabilitation:

What sets the clinic apart

The honest answer is not a gimmick. It is that recovery does not stop at the treatment couch. Patients have direct access to elite-level gym equipment on site, which means the strength side of your rehabilitation, the part that so often gets skipped, can be done properly and under supervision, all the way through to a full return to sport, work, or daily life. For sports and post-surgical cases in particular, that matters a great deal.

Do you need a referral?

No. You can self-refer directly, with no GP referral needed. The clinic is open seven days a week, and if you are using private health insurance, most major UK insurers are accepted. Just check with your insurer for an authorisation code before booking.

Frequently asked questions

Where exactly is the clinic?

Full Motion Physio is on the basement floor of Sevendale House, 5-7 Dale Street, Manchester, M1 1JA, in the Northern Quarter. It is a short walk from Manchester Piccadilly and Victoria stations, with the Metrolink stops at Piccadilly Gardens and Shudehill nearby.

Is there parking nearby?

Yes. There is paid parking at the NCP Dale Street and Church Street car parks a short walk away. If you do not mind a five to eight minute walk, on-street parking on Cornell Street and George Leigh Street in Ancoats is cheaper, at around £1.20 for two hours.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Bring any relevant scan or clinic letters if you have them, a list of any medication, and clothing you can move and exercise in comfortably. If you are claiming through private health insurance, bring your authorisation code. Nothing else is essential.

Do I need a referral to book?

No. You can self-refer directly without a GP referral. If you have an insurance policy, check whether your insurer needs a GP referral or authorisation code before your first appointment.

Is the clinic accessible?

The clinic is on the basement floor, reachable by lift or stairs, with a few steps at the building entrance. Wheelchair access is available. If you have any access requirements, let us know ahead of your appointment and we will make sure everything is sorted.