What if my condition is not listed?

Still refer. The three areas above are where the evidence is strongest and where our practitioners do most of their work, but they work well beyond them, and narrowing what we lead on has never narrowed who we accept. We will tell you honestly on the call whether we can help.

Can I be referred while I am still having treatment?

Yes. Prehabilitation before treatment, exercise during treatment and recovery afterwards are all part of what our practitioners do, and the point of the call is to understand where in that you currently are. Your practitioner works alongside your existing medical team rather than in place of it.

How much do the sessions themselves cost?

Practitioners set their own fees, so the cost varies from one to another. Whatever it is, it is agreed directly between you and the practitioner you are matched with, and none of it is a charge from The Health Nav.

What happens in the first session?

The first session is an assessment. Your practitioner goes through your clinical history and takes baseline measurements, so that the programme they build starts from where you actually are rather than from an assumption.

Are all practitioners on The Health Nav verified?

Yes, all practitioners and clinics listed on The Health Nav are personally verified by our team. We ensure every professional meets our high standards for qualifications, registration with relevant professional bodies (such as AHCS and CASES), and authenticity. This verification process helps you make informed decisions with confidence.

No GP referral needed

Exercise prescribed for you, by the right person

Clinical exercise physiologists specialise in prescribing exercise for cancer treatment, cardiac recovery and type 2 diabetes. Tell us what you are dealing with and we will match you with one.

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We focus onCardiovascular Metabolic Oncology

Conditions we cover

The three areas where the evidence is strongest and where our practitioners do most of their work, often alongside your existing medical team.

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular disease
Heart failure
Cardiac rehabilitation
Recovery after a cardiac event

Metabolic

Type 2 diabetes
Support for people on GLP-1 medications
Weight management

Oncology

Prehabilitation before treatment
Exercise during treatment
Post-treatment recovery
Remission and survivorship

If your condition isn't listed, still refer. We'll tell you honestly whether we can help.

Three steps from referral to your first session

Step 11 minute
A referral comes in
You can refer yourself directly, and you do not need a GP referral to start.
GPs, consultants and other clinicians can also refer you.
Step 2Within 2 working days
We call you
One of our team gets in touch to understand what you need: your current clinical diagnosis, any upcoming treatment, and what you would prefer.
That includes whether in-person or virtual sessions suit you better, and whether you would rather see a male or female practitioner.
It is a short 15-minute call, and it is how we work out who is the right fit for you.
Step 32 to 3 days
We match you
We introduce you to a clinical exercise physiologist who specialises in your condition, and you begin your exercise programme.

That is the whole process

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The practical details

Cost, format and where we cover

No charge from us

There is no charge from The Health Nav. Our referral and matching service is free to you, because we are paid by the practitioner side, not by patients. Session fees are agreed directly with the practitioner you are matched with.

In person or virtual

Our practitioners offer both, and we factor your preference into the match during your call.

Across the country

We have practitioners in London, Southampton, Bath, Manchester and Liverpool, among others. Virtual sessions mean you can be matched wherever you are.

Why The Health Nav is different

You are not handed a list and left to work out who is right for you

Verified practitioners

Every practitioner is personally checked by our team before they can join.

Registered and regulated

We check registration with the relevant professional bodies, including AHCS and CASES.

Matched, not guesswork

A person reads your referral and picks your practitioner. You are not left to work out who is right for you.

Common questions

Ready when you are

Refer yourself now, or talk it through with our team first. Either way, there is no charge to you.

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