Physio Effect

Physio Effect, physiotherapy and pelvic health in Glasgow

Physio Effect is a women's pelvic health and physiotherapy clinic based in North Glasgow. Its team of Chartered Physiotherapists works with an approach the clinic itself describes as "from pain to performance", drawing on evidence-based treatments. The clinic serves runners, new mothers, athletes and workers, and presents itself as a leader in sports injuries and women's pelvic health in the city.

General and musculoskeletal physiotherapy services

The team treats pain, discomfort, injuries and musculoskeletal health issues. The clinic presents itself as a back pain specialist, with programmes aimed at easing pain and seeking lasting relief.

Sports therapy and injury rehabilitation

Physio Effect describes itself as a specialist in sports therapy and injuries, with experience both in the sporting field and in the recovery process. The clinic offers sports physiotherapy, sports therapy and rehabilitation, and supports patients from injury through to return to activity.

Women's pelvic health, pregnancy and postnatal care

The women's health team assesses and treats pelvic floor problems such as incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic pain. It also provides pessary fitting. The clinic supports mothers during pregnancy and in the postnatal stage, with the aim of maintaining strength and physical health throughout motherhood.

Shockwave therapy and running analysis

The clinic offers shockwave therapy with the Swiss Dolorclast system, which it presents as an innovative treatment backed by research and aimed at pain relief, tissue healing and injury recovery. For runners, it offers a gait and running technique analysis service, with personalised assessment and coaching, both for injury recovery and for performance improvement.

Therapeutic massage

The clinic's massage team offers pregnancy, sports and deep tissue massage, aimed at easing discomfort, improving recovery and maintaining wellbeing.

Facilities and professional equipment

The clinic and studio are located north of the M8 motorway, near Speirs Wharf, and have free parking, changing rooms and showers. The centre operates within the Everyday Athlete (EDA) gym, whose facilities can support the physiotherapy session when needed. All Physio Effect staff are HCPC registered and CSP members. The clinic states that it is recognised by all major insurers, including Bupa, AXA, AVIVA, Cigna, WPN and Vitality.

Location and contact

Phone: 0141 230 4766 · Email: reception@physioeffect.co.uk · Hours: Monday: 07:30-20:00; Tuesday to Friday: 07:00-20:00; Saturday: 10:00-16:00