CHELTENHAM Physiotherapy clinic
Expert Physiotherapy to Help You Move Better, Feel Better, Live Better
trusted physiotherapy clinic in Cheltenham
Straight Back Physio is a private physiotherapy and sports injury rehabilitation in Cheltenham, based in Charlton Kings. Our team brings together decades of hands‑on experience, a wide range of specialist skills, and a genuine passion for health, movement, and wellbeing. Our Gloucestershire pain management clinic is dedicated to helping our patients rebuild strength, restore confidence, and move with ease, starting with a thorough clinical assessment to get to the root cause of your injury.
Our physiotherapists combine evidence based treatment and personalised rehab plans for a genuinely caring, approach, in an environment where you feel supported, understood, and confident in your recovery. By pairing manual therapy, movement and mobility therapy, the latest technology, and rehabilitation exercises, we create a calm, reassuring experience, to make your journey to pain‑free movement smoother and far more comfortable.
Why People Choose Us — and Stay With Us
Well-qualified
Our physiotherapists are fully qualified and registered with leading professional bodies, including the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy (CSP), Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (AACP), Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI) and Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You’re in safe, expert hands.
Highly Experienced
Our physiotherapists bring decades of advanced clinical expertise and a deep commitment to exceptional patient care. Their refined skill, specialist training, and evidence‑based approach mean every patient benefits from precise assessment, tailored rehabilitation, and a standard of treatment that reflects true professional excellence.
Well-connected
We have earned a strong reputation, with referrals from GPs, running clubs, rugby teams, and gyms who trust the quality of our care.
It’s this trust and support that has helped us become the go‑to physiotherapy clinic for active, sporty people who want a natural, effective approach to recovering from pain or injury.
Person-centered
We know every person’s story is unique, which is why you’re always at the centre of everything we do. Life is busy, so we ensure that your treatment fits around you.
We take the time to understand your lifestyle and what matters to you. It’s this thoughtful, tailored approach that has earned us a reputation for helping patients make progress even when other options haven’t worked.
Technologically-advanced
Every treatment we introduce embracing the latest advances, giving you complete confidence that it’s both safe and effective.
From state‑of‑the‑art shockwave therapy to modern acupuncture techniques, we blend specialist skills with innovative technology to deliver results you can genuinely feel—helping you recover faster, move better, and stay well for the long term.
Experienced with children
Our team is fully DBS‑certified and highly experienced in working with children and young athletes. We provide safe, tailored care that respects their individual needs.
Teenage years bring rapid growth, big physical changes, and plenty of challenges—especially for active, sporty young people. As Cheltenham College’s trusted physiotherapy partner, we bring specialist experience in supporting teenagers through these demanding years.
Are you have joint and muscle pain at the moment?
Select the area that’s bothering you, and we’ll help you take the first step back toward comfortable, confident movement. Once you choose what hurts, we’ll show you the treatments, advice and support that can help you feel more like yourself again.
Back pain can become a bit more common as the years go by, but that doesn’t mean you just have to 'grin and bear it.'
If you’re feeling a sharp or tingly pain traveling from your lower back down your leg, you’re likely dealing with sciatica.
Our feet and ankles carry us through every step of the day, so it’s really no wonder they occasionally need a little extra care!
Whether it’s a struggle to get comfortable at night or pain that stops you in your tracks during a walk, hip issues can really hold you back. We help you find your stride again.
Knee pain is incredibly common, but that doesn't make it any less frustrating when it’s stopping you from doing what you love.
If your shoulder is making it hard to get dressed or reach behind your back, we’re here to help. We know how much these 'small' tasks matter to your quality of life.
Elbow pain has a way of making simple movements feel like a challenge. If you’re struggling with an injury or persistent ache, you’re in the right place.
Registered With the HCPC, CSP, AACP, APPI, & Major Health Insurers
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If you can’t find the answer to your question in our FAQ’s, then ask us a question using the form below, we will aim to get back to you within 24 hrs.
Same day emergency assessment appointments usually available
To enquire about an appointment, we just need a few simple details so we can make sure you get the right support.
- what the problem is and how long you have had it
- how it started (gradual, sudden, accident, sport etc.)
- whether you are self-funding or using insurance
- if your using insurance what are your policy details
- preferred appointments times