Frequently asked questions
Booking and your first visit
How do I book?
Call or WhatsApp +91 99950 09403, or use our online booking form. We reply within 30 minutes during working hours. For urgent booking questions, please call.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
No. You can book a spine assessment directly.
What happens at the first visit?
A spine assessment of 30 to 45 minutes with a physiotherapist: your history, a symptom assessment, special tests, and a review of any MRI, X-ray or lab reports you bring. You'll get a physiotherapy diagnosis and a personalised plan.
→ What happens at your spine assessment
How much does the first visit cost?
The consultation fee is ₹250.
Do I need an MRI before I come?
No. If a scan would help, your physiotherapist will recommend an MRI or X-ray. Bring any reports you already have.
Can treatment start the same day?
Often, yes, depending on your diagnosis and reports.
Fees and insurance
How much does treatment cost?
Treatment fees are worked out after your assessment, once your physiotherapist knows what your plan involves. We don't publish treatment prices.
→ Spine treatment cost and insurance
Do you accept health insurance?
Insurance is by reimbursement only; we don't offer cashless treatment. We provide the documents you need for your claim.
Is follow-up included?
After a Maana Spine DTX™ program, follow-up is in person at 1, 3, 6 and 12 months. The 1- and 3-month follow-ups are included in your program fee; the 6- and 12-month reviews are charged separately.
Treatment
What is Maana Spine DTX™?
Our personalised, non-surgical Precision Spine Care program, with six stages: Assess, Decompress, Restore, Strengthen, Empower and Maintain. It's typically 15 to 25 outpatient sessions of 60 to 75 minutes each.
→ How Maana Spine DTX™ works
Will I have spinal decompression?
Only where it suits your condition. If it doesn't, your plan uses other therapies, such as pulsed signal therapy (PST), shockwave therapy (ESWT), physiotherapist-led stretching and exercise therapy.
Is the decompression technology FDA-cleared?
We use US FDA 510(k)-cleared spinal decompression technology.
Will I need surgery?
Non-surgical care is a reasonable first step for most people, and surgery stays available. If your assessment suggests you should see a surgeon, we'll tell you honestly.
→ Do I need surgery for a disc problem?
Will I see a doctor?
No. Maana Spine is physiotherapist-led. If you need a doctor, we'll tell you.
→ Spine specialist or doctor: who should you see?
Do you treat children and teenagers?
Yes, for conditions such as scoliosis, with treatment adapted to their age and growth.
Clinics
Where are your clinics?
Kochi (Kaloor), Kozhikode (Eranhipaalam), Thiruvananthapuram (Peroorkada), Aluva (near Pulinchod Metro Station) and Perinthalmanna (Jubilee Road).
→ Find your nearest clinic
What are your opening hours?
Monday to Saturday 8:30 AM–7 PM, and Sunday 9 AM–3 PM, at all five clinics.
Which languages do you speak?
Malayalam, English, Hindi and Tamil, at all five clinics.
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