Otis Barton-Black, Chartered Physiotherapist in West Hampstead
Neck, shoulder or back pain getting in the way? Or an injury that’s stopping you running, training or playing? Otis sees patients at our West Hampstead clinic, 160 West End Lane, opposite West Hampstead Thameslink.
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MSc Physiotherapy (Distinction) and First Class BSc Sport Rehabilitation
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Neck, shoulder and back pain, sports injuries and long-standing pain
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No GP referral needed. Self-pay or Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality, Aviva and WPA
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Hi, I’m Otis
Otis is a Chartered Physiotherapist with over four years’ experience across sport, musculoskeletal clinics and hospital physiotherapy. He holds an MSc in Physiotherapy (Distinction) and a BSc in Sport Rehabilitation (First Class Honours).
He loves helping people get back to the sport and activities they enjoy, and he makes rehab engaging and focused on your goals. Outside work you’ll find him in the gym, out for a run or watching the footy.
How Otis can help you
Whether it’s a stiff neck from long days at the laptop, a sore back or a running injury that won’t settle, Otis will find out what’s really going on and build a plan around your goals.
Neck and shoulder pain
Stiffness, desk-related aches and painful shoulders. Read more about neck pain and shoulder pain.
Lower back pain
From a sudden twinge to back pain that keeps coming back. Read more about back pain.
Sports injuries
Strains, sprains and overuse injuries, with a clear plan to get you back to sport. Read more about sports injuries.
Running injuries
Shin pain, calf and knee niggles that stop you running. Otis explains shin splints in his video below.
Long-standing pain
Chronic and persistent pain that’s been hanging around for months, with a plan that helps you understand it and take back control.
Return to sport and exercise
Rehab after injury that builds strength and confidence, so you get back to the gym, the pitch or the park safely.
Watch Otis: advice you can use today
Short videos from Otis and the BOOST PHYSIO team. Tap to play.
Shin pain when running? Otis explains what it could be and the exercises that help. Read the full guide
Take a look around our West Hampstead clinic at 160 West End Lane.
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Your road to recovery
Simple, clear and built around you.
Step 1
Book
Online in under a minute, or give us a call. No GP referral needed.
Step 2
Assess
Your physio listens, examines you and explains what’s going on in plain English.
Step 3
Treat
Hands-on treatment and exercises start in your very first session.
Step 4
Recover
A clear plan to get you back to what you love. On average our patients need around five sessions.
How Otis treats you
Otis believes that understanding why you’re in pain is a big part of getting better. He works with you to build a plan around your goals, lifestyle and routine.
Hands-on treatment
Manual therapy including deep tissue massage, dry needling and joint mobilisation to ease pain and get you moving.
Targeted exercise rehab
Exercises chosen for your body and your goals, so the results last rather than just giving short-term relief.
Confidence to manage it yourself
You’ll leave knowing what’s going on and with the tools to manage your recovery and stop problems coming back.
The BOOST PHYSIO teamThe friendly local clinic, backed by North London’s BOOST PHYSIO group
Otis is part of BOOST PHYSIO, a group of clinics across North London and Hertfordshire. Since 2008 we’ve helped more than 38,000 people recover from pain, injury and surgery. That experience doesn’t stay in one building – it’s shared across every clinic and every physio, including Otis.
A mentor behind every physioEvery one of our physios has a dedicated mentor who reviews their cases with them.
Team training twice a monthSo your treatment draws on the experience of our whole team.
Close links with leading surgeonsIf you need a scan or a specialist opinion, we know who to call.
A clinic near home and workYour notes carry across all our clinics, so you can switch whenever it suits you.
Our clinics
Take a look inside BOOST PHYSIO
Hands-on treatment, gym-based rehab and a team that genuinely cares about getting you better.
Otis at a glance
| Role | Chartered Physiotherapist, BOOST PHYSIO West Hampstead |
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| Qualifications | MSc Physiotherapy (Distinction), BSc Sport Rehabilitation (First Class Honours) |
| Special interests | Neck and shoulder pain, lower back pain, chronic and persistent pain, sports injuries, return to sport and exercise |
| Treatments | Deep tissue massage, dry needling, joint mobilisation and targeted exercise rehabilitation |
| Clinic | BOOST PHYSIO West Hampstead, Apex Health, Unit 9, 160 West End Lane, London NW6 1HU |
| Getting here | Opposite West Hampstead Thameslink, a few minutes’ walk from the Jubilee line and Overground stations |
| Insurance | Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality, Aviva and WPA, or self-pay |
| Referral | Not needed. Book online, call or WhatsApp us |
Finding us
BOOST PHYSIO West Hampstead
Apex Health, Unit 9, 160 West End Lane, London NW6 1HU
Thameslink
West Hampstead Thameslink station is right opposite
Tube, Overground and bus
West Hampstead (Jubilee line) and West Hampstead Overground are a few minutes along West End Lane. Several bus routes stop nearby
Can’t make West Hampstead? Our Swiss Cottage Leisure Centre, Hampstead and Kentish Town clinics are all close by. You can also read more about our West Hampstead physio clinic and Otis’s colleague Tyrone Kon, who leads the clinic.
Ready to get started with Otis?
Book now and take the first step towards your recovery, or WhatsApp us a question first.
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Your questions about Otis answered
What does Otis Barton-Black specialise in?
Otis has a particular interest in neck and shoulder pain, lower back pain, chronic and long-term pain, sports injuries and helping people safely return to sport and exercise after injury.
Where does Otis see patients?
Otis sees patients at BOOST PHYSIO West Hampstead, Apex Health, Unit 9, 160 West End Lane, London NW6 1HU, opposite West Hampstead Thameslink. It's easy to reach from Kilburn, South Hampstead, Fortune Green and Swiss Cottage.
Can I WhatsApp a question before I book?
Yes. Send us a WhatsApp at any time and the West Hampstead team will get back to you quickly. We'll help you work out whether physio is right for your problem and can book you in with Otis.
How much does an appointment with Otis cost?
A first appointment is 60 minutes and includes a full assessment and treatment. It is usually £140 self-pay, but with our autumn offer it is £105 (25% off) until 30 November 2026. You can see all our prices on our rates page.
Do I need a GP referral to see Otis?
No. You can book directly with us. Some private insurers ask for a GP or specialist referral before they'll cover treatment, so it's worth checking your policy first. We accept Bupa, AXA Health, Vitality, Aviva and WPA.
Does Otis use dry needling and manual therapy?
Yes. Otis combines manual therapy, including deep tissue massage, dry needling and joint mobilisation, with targeted exercise rehabilitation.
Can Otis help with shin pain from running?
Yes. Otis treats running injuries, including shin pain, and explains the common causes and helpful exercises in his short video on this page and in our shin splints guide.
What are Otis's qualifications?
Otis holds an MSc in Physiotherapy (Distinction) and a BSc in Sport Rehabilitation (First Class Honours), with over four years' experience across sport, musculoskeletal clinics and hospital physiotherapy.
