How does LBSM perform VO2 max testing?

Testing is done on a Watt bike or a treadmill while you wear a face mask that measures the air you breathe in and out. The intensity increases gradually until you reach maximal effort, and your maximal oxygen uptake is reported in millilitres per minute per kilogram (mL/min/kg) and compared against age and gender reference ranges.

Where is London Bridge Sports Medicine located?

Its flagship clinic is on the 5th floor of The Shard at 32 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9BS, inside the HCA facility. From London Bridge station, take the St Thomas Street exit and turn right; the HCA doorway is about 50 metres away.

How much does a consultation at LBSM cost?

An initial 30 minute consultation is £425 and a follow-up is £275. In-person and virtual consultations are available, though ultrasound scanning can only be done in person.

Does LBSM accept private medical insurance?

Yes. LBSM states that all major insurance policies are welcome and specifically lists WPA, Cigna, Bupa, AXA and Aviva. Self-funding patients are also welcomed.

LBSM was founded by Dr Ajai Seth, its Medical Director and a Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine (MBBS, MSc, MRCS, MRCGP, FFSEM). The consultant partner team includes Dr Lewis Raiman and Dr Richard Antbring (both FFSEM), a musculoskeletal radiologist and a vascular surgeon.

What are the clinic's opening hours?

The Shard clinic opens Monday 8:00 to 18:30, Tuesday 14:30 to 18:30, Wednesday 8:00 to 18:00, Thursday 8:00 to 18:00 and Friday 8:00 to 18:30. No weekend hours are listed.

London Bridge Sports Medicine (LBSM)

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London Bridge Sports Medicine (LBSM) offers VO2 max testing on a Watt bike or treadmill from its consultant-led clinic on the 5th floor of The Shard, reporting maximal oxygen uptake in mL/min/kg.

Key facts

VO2 max test modality: Watt bike or treadmill with a gas-analysis face mask; results in mL/min/kg
Initial consultation: £425 (30 minutes)
Follow-up consultation: £275 (30 minutes)
Injection therapy range: £625 to £775 (consultation fee additional)
Force plate equipment: VALD ForceDecks
Location: 5th floor, The Shard, 32 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9BS
Insurers accepted: WPA, Cigna, Bupa, AXA, Aviva
Opening days: Monday to Friday (closed weekends)

London Bridge Sports Medicine (LBSM) is a sport and exercise medicine group founded by Dr Ajai Seth, whose flagship clinic occupies the 5th floor of The Shard at 32 St Thomas Street, roughly 50 metres from London Bridge station. Its VO2 max testing is done on a Watt bike or a treadmill with a face mask that measures inspired and expired air as intensity rises to maximal effort, with results reported in millilitres per minute per kilogram (mL/min/kg) against age and gender reference ranges.

The practice is consultant-led. Its partners include Dr Ajai Seth (MBBS, MSc, MRCS, MRCGP, FFSEM), Dr Lewis Raiman and Dr Richard Antbring, both FFSEM-qualified sport and exercise medicine consultants, alongside a musculoskeletal radiologist and a vascular surgeon. Performance work also uses VALD ForceDeck force plates for strength, jump and reactive testing, and the clinic has access to in-house diagnostic ultrasound and on-site X-ray, MRI and CT imaging.

Consultations are priced from £425 for an initial 30 minute appointment and £275 for a follow-up, with in-person and virtual options (ultrasound is in-person only). Injection therapies range from £625 to £775 and podiatry from £150. Major insurers including WPA, Cigna, Bupa, AXA and Aviva are accepted, and self-funding patients are welcomed. The clinic opens Monday to Friday, with no appointments listed at weekends.

20 treatments across 4 categories in the menu and pricing section below.

Compiled from published research and each venue's own published information. Information only, not medical advice.

Information compiled from the clinic's website, last checked 5 July 2026.

Treatments & pricing

Sourced from the clinic's published menu where available.

Treatments: 20
Categories: 4
With pricing: 6
From: £275

Prices from the clinic's website, checked 5 July 2026. They may have changed. Always confirm with the venue.

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	£425
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Follow-up consultation
£275
Follow-up appointment with a sports medicine doctor.
Initial medical consultation
£425
A full in-depth consultation with a sports medicine doctor, described by the clinic as the cornerstone of their treatment plans. Includes detailed medical history, physical examination, explanation of the injury or illness, and guidance on rehabilitation. Fees page states ultrasound is included if needed. Available in person or as a virtual consultation.
Sports nutrition
On enquiry
Personalised nutrition delivered by a qualified nutritionist. Includes dietary and lifestyle assessment, personalised nutrition plans, meal and snack ideas, written plans and follow-up, body composition analysis, VO2 max testing, substrate utilisation testing, and blood testing for nutrient deficiencies. Areas covered include performance nutrition, nutrition for injury and recovery, pre and post-surgery nutrition, supplement advice, adolescent athlete nutrition, and nutrition for older adults. Available via video consultation.

Team

9 practitioners listed where available.

Dr Ajai Seth

Medical Director, Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine · MBBS · BSc · MSc · MRCS · MRCGP · FFSEM · Sport and exercise injury and illness · Disability sport · Expedition medicine

Medical Director. Described as a Senior Lecturer in Sports Medicine at King's College London with positions relating to BASEM and the Royal Society of Medicine, and a background accompanying medical, scientific and charity expeditions worldwide.

Dr Lewis Raiman

Consultant Partner, Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine · MBBS · MRCGP · FFSEM · Acute and chronic musculoskeletal injuries · Tendinopathies · Knee, ankle, shoulder and wrist conditions

Dr Richard Antbring

Consultant Partner, Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine · MBBS · MSc · MRCP · FFSEM

Lower limb injuries · Groin pain · Acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions · Ultrasound diagnostics

Dr Gajan Rajeswaran

Consultant Partner, Consultant in Sports and Musculoskeletal Radiology · MBBS · FRCR · Musculoskeletal imaging · MRI, CT and ultrasound interpretation · Injection procedures

Mr Prakash Saha

Consultant Partner, Consultant in Vascular Surgery · MBBS · PhD · FRCS · Vascular surgery · Cardiovascular issues in active individuals

Maddie Tait

Associate, Musculoskeletal and Sports Podiatrist · BSc · MSc · Foot and ankle injuries · Gait assessment · Orthotic fitting

Kate Shilland

Consultant in Sports Nutrition, Sports Nutritionist · BSc · MSc · Sports nutrition

Chris Rogers

Marketing Consultant, Business and Marketing · BSc · DipM

Administration (1)expand

Orla Mulligan

Administration and Social Media Manager · BSc

Facility

Conditions treated

Health areas London Bridge Sports Medicine (LBSM) states it works with. General information, not a treatment claim.

Diagnostics & testing

Exercise-related gastrointestinal symptoms

General

Ankle sprainsHamstring strainGroin strainKnee ligament injuries (ACL tears)Shin splintsTennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)Plantar fasciitis

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Diagnostics & testing

Exercise-related gastrointestinal symptoms

General

Ankle sprainsHamstring strainGroin strainKnee ligament injuries (ACL tears)Shin splintsTennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)Plantar fasciitisShoulder rotator cuff injuryAchilles tendinitisRunner's knee (patellofemoral pain syndrome)Jumper's knee (patellar tendinitis)Stress fracturesShoulder dislocationBack strainIT band syndromeCalf muscle strainLabral tears (shoulder or hip)Wrist sprainMeniscus tearsFrozen shoulderTendinitisLigament sprainsMuscle injuriesMuscle and fascial tightnessBone injuriesNerve injury and entrapmentConcussion and head injuryNon-injury related musculoskeletal painCOVID-19 and post-viral complicationsChronic fatigueChronic ankle instabilityFlat footFungal nailVerrucaExercise-related cardiac symptomsExercise-related respiratory symptomsExercise-induced incontinenceExercise-related neurological symptoms

Equipment

VALDForce plate testingStrength and force plate testing used in performance medicine and biomechanical profiling
AlterGAnti-gravity treadmillAnti-gravity running machine used for rehabilitation
Richie BraceAnkle foot orthosisAnkle foot orthoses used for conditions such as chronic ankle instability and flat foot
Diagnostic imagingOn-site radiology including X-ray, MRI and CT; diagnostic and interventional ultrasound

From @lbsportsmedicine on Instagram

Expert assessment and clear advice can make a real difference during recovery. 💙 Patients often value understanding their condition and knowing what steps to take next. Thorough assessment helps identify the cause of symptoms before treatment begins. Clear communication can provide reassurance an

Great to welcome @base.physio.ldn from @threesixtyphysio_ to the clinic for a shadowing visit 👋⠀ ⠀ A slightly different dynamic today with two of our consultants, Dr Seth and Dr Raiman, on hand, giving Ellesse a chance to see how our sports medicine team works together across a clinic session.⠀ ⠀ S

Quick tip: Listen to your body during training. 🏃 Persistent pain is often a sign that something may need further assessment. Continuing to train through pain can sometimes increase strain and delay recovery. Early advice may help identify problems before they become more serious. Addressing sym

Very lucky to be able to start my working day with a hit with @natash.sportsdoc . Also just a little bit cooler at 7am at the moment! 😅

Understanding your injury is the first step towards recovery. 💙 A full medical consultation helps provide a clearer picture of the cause of pain, injury, or ongoing symptoms. Detailed assessment allows treatment plans to be tailored to individual needs and goals. Expert guidance can help patients

Great to welcome Jarryd from @tawiahphysio to the clinic for a shadowing visit 👋⠀ ⠀ There's something really valuable about stepping outside your usual environment and seeing how other clinicians work, and it's always a good sign when a physio takes the initiative to make that happen.⠀ ⠀ Always gre

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Practical information

Hours: Monday: 8:00 to 18:30; Tuesday: 14:30 to 18:30; Wednesday: 8:00 to 18:00; Thursday: 8:00 to 18:00; Friday: 8:00 to 18:30
Getting there: London Bridge · London Bridge Station (Jubilee and Northern lines; National Rail). Take the St Thomas Street exit and turn right; the HCA doorway is approximately 50m away. · No on-site parking. Nearest NCP car park at Kipling Street, London SE1 3RU, approximately a 5 minute walk. Discount codes available via HCA Healthcare booking.
Website: lbsm.co.uk
Payment: Self-funding (private pay), Private medical insurance
Insurance: WPA, Cigna, Bupa, AXA, Aviva
Certifications: Team members hold Faculty of Sport and Exercise Medicine (FFSEM) fellowships, Team members hold Royal College memberships and fellowships (MRCGP, MRCP, MRCS, FRCS, FRCR), Dr Ajai Seth described as Senior Lecturer in Sports Medicine at King's College London
Consultation: Required before first session

Location

HCA at The Shard, 5th floor, 32 St Thomas Street, London, SE1 9BS

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About the organisation(expand)

Parent company: Operates within HCA Healthcare UK facilities at The Shard / London Bridge Hospital

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In the press

London Bridge Sports Medicine Group welcomes new clinicians to the team · PR Fire

Frequently asked

How does LBSM perform VO2 max testing?: Testing is done on a Watt bike or a treadmill while you wear a face mask that measures the air you breathe in and out. The intensity increases gradually until you reach maximal effort, and your maximal oxygen uptake is reported in millilitres per minute per kilogram (mL/min/kg) and compared against age and gender reference ranges.
Where is London Bridge Sports Medicine located?: Its flagship clinic is on the 5th floor of The Shard at 32 St Thomas Street, London SE1 9BS, inside the HCA facility. From London Bridge station, take the St Thomas Street exit and turn right; the HCA doorway is about 50 metres away.
How much does a consultation at LBSM cost?: An initial 30 minute consultation is £425 and a follow-up is £275. In-person and virtual consultations are available, though ultrasound scanning can only be done in person.
Does LBSM accept private medical insurance?: Yes. LBSM states that all major insurance policies are welcome and specifically lists WPA, Cigna, Bupa, AXA and Aviva. Self-funding patients are also welcomed.
Who runs the clinic?: LBSM was founded by Dr Ajai Seth, its Medical Director and a Consultant in Sport and Exercise Medicine (MBBS, MSc, MRCS, MRCGP, FFSEM). The consultant partner team includes Dr Lewis Raiman and Dr Richard Antbring (both FFSEM), a musculoskeletal radiologist and a vascular surgeon.
What are the clinic's opening hours?: The Shard clinic opens Monday 8:00 to 18:30, Tuesday 14:30 to 18:30, Wednesday 8:00 to 18:00, Thursday 8:00 to 18:00 and Friday 8:00 to 18:30. No weekend hours are listed.