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For mild or short-term pain…

Care for yourself at home

See the NHS website for advice and exercises to try

If your symptoms continue or get worse…

Find the MSK service in your borough

Get a free NHS assessment, advice and treatment. This may include physiotherapy.

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Bexley

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Bromley

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Greenwich

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Lambeth

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Lewisham

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Southwark

or – Contact your GP practice

Family doctors, nurses, physiotherapists and other specialists for treatment and advice. Free to register. No ID or address needed. 8am – 6:30pm, Monday – Friday.

If you don’t have a GP, click here to find one

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1. Contact GP practice.

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2. Hear from your GP practice.

? GP closed? Use the NHS app, go to 111.nhs.uk or call 111.

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