Opening Hours

Monday: 8:30 to 17:30
Tuesday: 8:30 to 17:30
Wednesday: 8:30 to 17:30
Thursday: 8:30 to 19:00
Friday: 8:30 to 17:30
Saturday: 9:00 to 15:00*
Sunday: Closed
Bank holidays: Hours may differ

*Please note, we are only open on selected Saturdays in each month.

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Orthotics clinic in Kingston (HQ)

Our Kingston clinic is the headquarters of LOC and the centre of our clinical services, research and in-house manufacturing. We also have a 3D-printing facility and advanced digital scanning tools, allowing us to create custom orthoses with exceptional precision and a fast turnaround. Our orthotists provide evidence-based, non-surgical treatment for children and adults with a wide range of conditions, including scoliosis, pectus deformities, plagiocephaly, and complex neurological or musculoskeletal needs.

Like all our clinics, Kingston delivers fully personalised care, with every orthosis designed to improve posture, mobility and day-to-day comfort.

Clinic location

1 Elm Crescent, Kingston upon Thames, London, KT2 6HL

You’ll find our Kingston clinic at 1 Elm Crescent, just a 5-minute walk from Kingston railway station and Fairfield Bus Station. We’re located close to the town centre, with easy access by car or public transport from across southwest London and Surrey.

Treatments available

At our Kingston clinic, we treat babies, children and adults with a wide range of conditions affecting movement, posture and skeletal development. Our team provides high-quality, bespoke orthotic care tailored to each person’s needs, including:

cerebral palsy: improving stability, mobility and alignment through tailored lower-limb bracing and insoles
spina bifida: supporting posture and mobility with custom orthoses for daily function and comfort
hypermobility: helping to manage joint instability and reduce pain with supportive bracing
stroke: aiding rehabilitation and walking ability with specialist orthotic intervention
post-polio syndrome: improving strength, support and gait with custom-designed orthoses
multiple sclerosis: enhancing mobility and confidence through lightweight, functional bracing
LOC Scoliosis Brace: Our custom-made LOC® Scoliosis Brace offers three-dimensional, non-surgical curve management designed to help reduce curve progression following a full orthotic assessment

As well as non-surgical treatment for:

positional plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome): using our light weight ventilated LOCband Lite.
craniosynostosis: post-operative helmet therapy to protect and shape the head following surgery
pectus excavatum, pectus carinatum and rib flaring: using custom braces to improve chest shape and function without surgery

We also provide:

custom-made insoles: to support foot alignment, relieve pressure and improve comfort in daily movement
custom footwear: tailored to individual needs for optimal fit, support and long-term wearability

What to expect at your Kingston appointment

At your first appointment, we take the time to understand your condition, lifestyle, and goals. Your orthotist will perform a comprehensive assessment, which may include physical evaluation, gait analysis, or digital scans depending on your needs.

We’ll then explain your treatment options clearly and, if you’re ready to proceed, take measurements for your orthosis. Fittings typically follow within a few weeks, and we ensure each device offers both precision and comfort.

Book an appointment

You can book directly with us, with or without a referral. If you already have a diagnosis or scan results, please bring them along. If you are not sure what you need, we can explain the next steps and help you find the right support. You can email us at [email protected] or call us on 020 8974 9989 to book your appointment.

We’re happy to answer any questions before you book. Whether you’re new to orthotics or looking for a second opinion, we’re here to help.

Facilities

Gait laboratory: on site for advanced walking and movement analysis
in-house manufacturing workshop: or precisely engineered custom orthoses with streamlined turnaround times
3D printing and scanning: for precision assessments and device design
step-free access throughout: suitable for wheelchair users and mobility aids
wide doorways and accessible entrance: with a wheelchair ramp at the main entrance
designated accessible parking: available directly outside the clinic
accessible toilet: fully equipped for wheelchair users
baby changing facilities: available on site
free parking: for all patients and visitors

Meet our Kingston Orthotists

Our Kingston clinic is home to a team of nine HCPC-registered orthotists, each with specialist experience across areas such as paediatrics, spinal care, neurological conditions and complex musculoskeletal needs. Our current team includes Sam Walmsley, Anna Courtney, Joanne Drake, Saeed Hamid, Connor Mumford, Erin Henderson, Professor Saeed Forghany and Catherine Hendy.

Together, our Kingston orthotists bring extensive expertise across paediatrics, spinal bracing, cranial remoulding, neurological and musculoskeletal conditions, as well as specialist insoles and custom footwear.

Several team members are also active in clinical research, teaching and mentoring, contributing to the profession through organisations such as BAPO. They work closely with families, case managers and other healthcare professionals to ensure every orthotic solution is individualised, goal-focused and designed to support long-term mobility, function and comfort.

Trusted expertise and patient-focused care

At our Kingston clinic, you’ll be supported by a team of experienced, HCPC‑registered orthotists who work closely with our in-house manufacturing specialists. As our head office and largest site, Kingston is at the heart of our clinical services, research and innovation.

Every orthosis is designed and fitted with precision, using the latest technology and evidence-based practice to deliver personalised care that puts your needs first.

Directions

The clinic is only a short walk from Kingston’s mainline train and bus stations. It’s only 30 minutes by train from central London and easily accessible from Heathrow and Gatwick airports.

Please note, Kingston is part of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). To learn more and see if this affects you, please visit the tfl website.

Got more questions?

You’ll find answers to common questions about appointments, treatment options, and what to expect on our FAQs page. If there’s anything else you need, we’re always happy to help, so please feel free to get in touch.

Sorena Primrose

12 November 2026

I cannot speak highly enough of LOC. From start to finish, the experience has been seamless, professional and reassuring. The team have also been exceptionally helpful and accommodating in arranging things to enable us to use our health insurance, which we greatly appreciated. While there can be a considerable wait to see Sam, understandable given how busy he is, the quality of the assessment and care makes it well worth it. I particularly appreciated the time taken over the initial diagnostic assessment. It was exceptionally thorough, and what stood out was Sam’s willingness to listen to me as a mother, take my observations seriously and understand what I felt my daughter specifically needed. That level of thoughtfulness and individual attention made a real difference. Sam and Ruby have been looking after both my orthotic needs and, more importantly, those of my daughter, who has cerebral palsy. We needed orthotics that were not simply well made, but genuinely functional and appropriate for her particular needs, especially to support standing, walking and gait training. After a very frustrating experience with NHS orthotics, where I felt considerable time, effort and resources had been spent without achieving the results we needed, finding LOC has been a breath of fresh air. Sam clearly has considerable experience and expertise, which is reflected in the fact that he comes so highly recommended by several of the physiotherapists involved in my daughter's care. I also appreciated how thoughtfully he explained the clinical reasoning and decision-making behind the recommended orthotic solutions. It was important to me to understand not just what was being prescribed, but why. The team has helped us with a number of things, including: Adjustments to her Lycra suit. New AFOs and appropriate footwear. Shoe insoles. A Rota Hugger. Nothing comes particularly cheaply, but quality, expertise and, above all, getting the right equipment for a child with complex needs are worth investing in. We are delighted with the support so far and very much looking forward to seeing what my daughter can achieve with her new equipment. Here's to walking!

Sara Holanda

11 November 2026

I honestly cannot recommend this service enough! I had the Helmet Treatment done for my son, and the whole experience was fantastic from beginning to end. Saeed was absolutely brilliant – very professional, knowledgeable, welcoming and patient. He made sure everything was explained clearly and made us feel comfortable and reassured throughout the entire process. He genuinely cares about his work, and the results have been absolutely amazing. I am so pleased with the outcome and couldn't have asked for better! I would also like to give a special mention to Beverley at reception. She was incredible! Always welcoming, friendly, warm and smiling every time we visited. She made us feel comfortable from the moment we walked through the door. Her kindness and lovely attitude really made a difference to our overall experience. A huge thank you to Saeed and Beverley for making the whole journey such a positive one. It is rare to come across such a wonderful team who combine professionalism with genuine care and kindness. I would highly recommend this service to any parent considering Helmet Treatment for their child. Excellent service, amazing people and fantastic results.

Júlio César Silva Freitas

11 November 2026

We had our son undergo treatment, and it was very satisfactory. The professionals were excellent—from the receptionist to the doctor. We are very happy with all the support provided and the results.

Katherine Grover

17 October 2026

Anna worked with my son for 5 yrs, providing and adjusting the 2 back braces he needed as he grew. He is now 18 and has finished growing. While bracing was tough it maintained and slightly corrected my son’s curve, preventing the need for surgery. I’m sure Anna’s skill was instrumental in controlling my son’s curve as he went through a period of significant growth. Anna always listened to my son and did what she could to make the brace more comfortable with padding additions and replacement padding. Booking appointments to fit with school holidays was generally possible. I have no hesitation with recommending Anna to other parents who need to go on this journey.

Nathaniel Bendayan

31 August 2026

Thank you At 3 years old our son underwent a major surgery in hope that he would walk. Six months on and he was still unable to stand independently, even in the orthotics he was wearing, we were feeling deflated. Many physios had mentioned to us LOC and encouraged us to meet Sam. This was one of the best decisions we have ever made for our son. Within days of Sam producing new AFO’s and custom shoes my son was taking his first steps alone. The standard of orthotics produced were clearly above anything we had before, both via NHS routes or other orthotics providers we used. We were blown away! As a parent there is nothing more you can want than the best for your children. We have been on a long journey in the short 6 years of his life, met many professionals and tried many things. There are but a few that have made the world of difference and by far I can say that LOC has. The level of understanding of our sons condition and abilities, together with advanced technology, has come together to fine tune a pair of AFOs and shoes that have given him the optimum level of support and balance to enable the progression we wish for. Sam and his wonderful team, including Beverly and Magda, have been beyond kind, friendly and patient with us and having seen the interactions with other families whilst waiting for our appointments I can see this is not an experience exclusive to us. Thank you to you all, we are so grateful to you for giving the gift of walking to our son, for us as parents it’s what we could only wish for.

Bill Craig

21 August 2026

I really can’t express how grateful I am to Prof Forghany and the team at the London orthotic consultancy based at Salford University. I only wish I had known about the LOC years ago when I first started using an AFO. It could have made a significant difference to my mobility much earlier. From my very first assessment, I was extremely impressed by how thorough and professional the whole session with the Professor was. He took the time to properly understand my difficulties rather than simply looking at the AFO I was wearing and accepting that it was suitable. Prof Forghany explained in detail what was happening with my gait and, importantly, how my existing AFO was affecting the way I walked. He was able to identify problems that I hadn't previously understood and explained them to me in a way that was easy to understand. What gave me the most confidence was that I felt they were looking at the whole picture rather than simply trying to provide me with another piece of equipment. They were interested in how my leg was functioning, how I was walking, the difficulties I was experiencing and how an AFO and bespoke footwear could be designed or adjusted to work with my individual needs. The initial assessment was incredibly thorough, and I came away feeling that, for the first time in a long while, someone really understood the problems I was having with my mobility. The knowledge, expertise and attention to detail shown by Prof Forghany and his team have been exceptional. I genuinely believe that finding the LOC has given me a better understanding of my gait and how the right orthotic support can make such an important difference. If, like me, you have been using an AFO for years and feel that it isn't quite right, or that your walking could be improved, I would strongly recommend speaking to the team at the LOC. My only regret is that I didn't discover them sooner. With many thanks. W. Craig.

Luca Catalin

17 July 2026

Many thanks to Miss Erin, she was very professional and kindz good services, thank you again!!!

Gaynor Alcock

15 July 2026

Fantastic service from start to finish, my son had vacuum bell treatment for Pectus excavatum, really effective treatment, fabulous results, the team were so helpful Would definitely recommend.

Flora Lightfoot

2 July 2026

Amazing service from start to finish, I made a Consultation online. Had a video call within 48 hours and explained my son has plagiocaphaly and spoke about my anxieties, was taken seriously and invited to LOC in Kingston for a face to face appointment. Receptionist was so friendly and welcoming! Saw mr Saaed Hamid who was brilliant, took measurements and luckily told me my son didn’t need any treatment- didn’t push anything just facts, even took a scan to confirm and put my mind at ease. All round a brilliant service can’t fault them at all. Really recommend!

Nicolae Maties

23 June 2026

Thank you for your support and assistance. Special thanks to Erin Henderson, whose kindness, helpfulness, and unwavering support have made a real difference along the way.

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