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PhysioSantra Malta is a private physiotherapy clinic at Triq ta-Gawdieri in San Ġwann, led by director and physiotherapist Alessandro Santangelo. It treats musculoskeletal problems, pain, posture, running technique, post-operative recovery and neurological conditions. Enquiries can be sent through the VisitMalta.co.uk form on this page.
PhysioSantra Malta is a small, single-specialist physiotherapy clinic in San Ġwann, a residential and commercial town just inland from Sliema and St Julian's. The practice is built around its director, Alessandro Santangelo, who combines clinical physiotherapy with movement coaching and holds a BSc in Physiotherapy and an MSc in Rehabilitation Science.
The clinic's motto is "Our path, your way", and the idea behind it is simple: treatment is planned around the person rather than around a fixed package. You will find it among our physiotherapists in Malta, alongside larger multi-room practices, and it suits readers who prefer to deal with one named clinician from first assessment to discharge.
The clinic and its approach
Care at the practice is evidence-based and personalised, delivered in a modern, comfortable setting. Four themes run through its material: a certified specialist, modern facilities, personalised care and acceptance of insurance. Clients are offered a comprehensive assessment, a treatment plan tailored to their goals and scheduling options that suit working lives.
Having a single director-led practice has practical advantages for a visitor or a newcomer. You are likely to see the same clinician each time, you do not have to repeat your history to a new face, and progress is judged by someone who knows where you started. The clinic's treatment space is a bright room with a yellow feature wall, a treadmill and exercise equipment alongside the treatment area, which gives the feel of a working rehabilitation studio rather than a clinical ward.
Treatments and services
Eight service lines are on offer. Musculoskeletal physiotherapy covers the assessment and treatment of problems affecting muscles, joints and the spine, with the aim of restoring function and easing pain. Pain management brings together evidence-based strategies to reduce discomfort and improve daily activity. Postural rehabilitation uses targeted exercise to improve posture, balance and movement patterns, which is relevant for anyone spending long days at a desk or on a laptop in a remote working from Malta.
Manual therapy refers to hands-on techniques used to relieve pain, restore mobility and encourage tissue healing. Running and movement analysis examines how you run so that your technique can be improved and injury risk reduced, which will interest anyone training for a race in the Maltese climate described in our Malta weather guide. Cognitive training combines physical and mental exercise to sharpen focus, coordination and reaction time.
Two further services suit people recovering from bigger events. Post-operative rehabilitation is a structured programme to rebuild strength, mobility and independence after surgery, and neurological physiotherapy works on movement, balance and independence in neurological conditions. As with any treatment, the clinic will explain what is suitable for your situation at your first appointment.
What to expect at an appointment
A first session starts with a full assessment: your history, a physical examination and a conversation about what you want to achieve. A treatment plan follows, and some initial therapy may begin straight away. Most sessions last 45 to 60 minutes, and an initial assessment can take up to 75 minutes. The number of sessions depends on the condition and how you respond, and the physiotherapist will give an estimated timeline once the assessment is complete.
In most cases you do not need a doctor's referral to be seen, although some insurers do ask for one before they reimburse treatment, so it is worth checking your policy first. The clinic accepts most major insurance plans and will check your cover before the appointment if you share your insurance details. UK visitors who are arranging cover for a longer stay can speak to local advisers such as AIB Insurance Brokers, and those interested in diet alongside rehabilitation can look at A New Better Life in our nutritionists listings.
Location, hours and planning your visit
The clinic is at 26 Triq ta-Gawdieri in San Ġwann. Hours are weekday mornings and afternoons, Saturday mornings and closed on Sunday. If you are staying nearby, our guides to hotels around Sliema and St Julian's and to where to stay in Malta will help you choose a base within easy reach.
If your trip is mainly about sightseeing, an injury should not stop you enjoying it, and treatment early in a stay can help. Our things to do in Malta guide gives plenty of ideas for when you are moving well again, and our list of the best beaches in Malta suits a gentler day out. To ask about availability or a specific service, use the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page and we will pass your message to the clinic.
Questions about PhysioSantra Malta
What services does PhysioSantra Malta offer?
The clinic offers musculoskeletal physiotherapy, pain management, postural rehabilitation, cognitive training, manual therapy, running and movement analysis, post-operative rehabilitation and neurological physiotherapy. Each programme is planned around the individual after an initial assessment.
Who will treat me?
The clinic is led by its director, Alessandro Santangelo, a physiotherapist and movement coach with a BSc in Physiotherapy and an MSc in Rehabilitation Science. Most clients are treated directly by him.
Where is the clinic and when is it open?
It is at 26 Triq ta-Gawdieri in San Ġwann. Appointments are available on weekday mornings and afternoons and on Saturday mornings, and the clinic is closed on Sundays.
How long is a session and what happens first?
The first session includes a full assessment, a look at your history and a discussion of your goals. Most sessions last 45 to 60 minutes, and the first assessment can run to 75 minutes.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
In most cases no referral is needed to see a physiotherapist at the clinic. Some insurance policies do require one before they will cover treatment, so check with your insurer before you book.
Does the clinic accept insurance?
The clinic accepts most major insurance plans and will check your coverage before your appointment if you send your insurance details. You can raise this when you contact the clinic through the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page.
Practical information
PhysioSantra Malta is at 26 Triq ta-Gawdieri, San Ġwann. Appointments run Monday to Friday in the mornings and afternoons, and on Saturday mornings. The clinic is closed on Sundays. You can request a particular service and a preferred time of day when booking. To ask a question or start a booking enquiry, use the enquiry form on this page and VisitMalta.co.uk will pass your message to the clinic.
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The details on this page were correct on 25 October 2026, as published on the PhysioSantra Malta website. Services, prices and hours can change, so please confirm when you enquire.