English-Speaking Physiotherapist in Paris

Kinés Paris is a network of physiotherapy clinics run by French state-qualified physiotherapists (masseurs-kinésithérapeutes). Each of our three Paris clinics has English-speaking physiotherapists, so you can explain your symptoms, understand your treatment and follow your exercise programme in English. Appointments are booked online on Doctolib, which is available in English. When you book or call, simply mention that you would like your sessions in English.

1. Get a prescription (ordonnance)

In France, physiotherapy is usually prescribed by a doctor — your GP (médecin traitant) or any specialist who follows your care, such as a surgeon or a sports doctor. The prescription is what makes your sessions eligible for reimbursement by the French health insurance system (Assurance Maladie).

2. Reimbursement

For prescribed sessions, the Assurance Maladie reimburses 60% of the agreed rate, or 100% if the treatment relates to a long-term condition (ALD) or a workplace accident. The remaining part is usually covered by your complementary health insurance (mutuelle), depending on your contract. Bring your carte Vitale and your prescription to your first appointment.

3. No French health coverage?

If you are not covered by the French system (short stay, international insurance only), you pay for your sessions directly. Ask the clinic for an itemised receipt to send to your insurer, and check your policy's conditions beforehand.

4. Your first session

The first appointment starts with an assessment: your physiotherapist reviews your prescription and medical history, examines you and sets goals and a treatment plan with you. Bring any imaging reports (X-ray, MRI, ultrasound), comfortable clothes and a towel — and a swimsuit if your treatment includes sessions in the pool at Oberkampf.

Source: Assurance Maladie (ameli.fr) — reimbursement rates. Information checked in October 2026.