No, anyone can refer themselves for treatment. However, if you wish to use your medical insurance to claim for treatment costs, some policies require your GP to authorise this.
Do I have to be referred by a doctor?
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About the Author: Sam Bowden
Sam is a Director and the founder of Head2Toe Physio Clinics. He has worked in the NHS, Private Hospitals, Sports Clubs and Private Practice. He specialises in musculoskeletal injuries and has post graduate qualifications including MMACP membership and an MSc in Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy. He sees patients at our Dorking and Leatherhead Clinics.