Self-referral

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CORA HEALTH - MSK & PAIN SELF-REFERRAL SERVICE

Most of our musculoskeletal (MSK) services allow self-referral for NHS patients. 

Self-referral means that you can get access to assessment and treatment without seeing a doctor or another health professional first.  

If you’d like to self-refer, you’ll first need to check that it is available where you are. 

www.corahealth.co.uk/locations/east-of-england/mid-and-south-essex/

Is self-referral right for me? 

MSK services offer specialist assessment, advice, and treatment for things like joint pain, muscle problems or some nerve conditions. 

Self-referral to an MSK service is not appropriate for: 

  • Anyone under the age of 16 years 
  • Possible broken bones or infections 
  • Requests for scans without assessment 
  • Legal or work-related reports 

If you need to contact us our Mid and South Essex Patient Care Coordination team are available on 01268 904 102 between the hours of 8:30 and 17:00, Mon-Fri.

Page last reviewed: 13 October 2026
Page created: 26 September 2025