Which Clinics in the UK Provide the O-Shot Treatment for Sexual Dysfunction?
Reviewed by Dr Shirin Lakhani, Aesthetic Medical Doctor & O-Shot® UK Trainer
If you are searching for clinics in the UK that provide the O-Shot for sexual dysfunction, the answer is: yes, specialist private clinics do offer it — but availability is limited and clinical quality varies significantly depending on the provider. This guide covers what the O-Shot is, how it works for sexual dysfunction, what to look for in a qualified UK clinic, and the key questions to ask before booking your appointment.
What Is the O-Shot?
The O-Shot (Orgasm Shot) is a non-surgical, single treatment that uses platelet-rich plasma (PRP) — a concentration of your own growth factors — to stimulate regeneration and improved blood flow in the vaginal and clitoral tissue. Unlike medications or hormone therapies, the O-Shot introduces no foreign substances: the plasma is drawn from your own blood, processed in a centrifuge, and injected into carefully targeted sites under local anaesthetic.
PRP contains high concentrations of growth factors including PDGF, VEGF, EGF and TGF-β. These proteins trigger tissue repair, the formation of new blood vessels and improved nerve sensitivity. The result is a measurable improvement in sexual function that typically begins within two to six weeks of the single treatment session, with results continuing to develop over three months.
The O-Shot was developed by Dr Charles Runels and is administered by practitioners certified by the Cellular Medicine Association (CMA), which sets the international standard for PRP-based intimate health treatments.
How the O-Shot Addresses Sexual Dysfunction
Sexual dysfunction in women covers a wide range of conditions: reduced libido, difficulty achieving orgasm, pain during intercourse, vaginal dryness and reduced sensitivity. Many of these share an underlying physiological cause — decreased blood flow and tissue atrophy, particularly after hormonal shifts associated with menopause, childbirth, or chronic conditions such as lichen sclerosus.
The O-Shot addresses these issues at their root by delivering a concentrated dose of your own growth factors directly into the clitoral and anterior vaginal wall tissue. Once injected, PRP triggers a structured biological response:
- Growth factors are released into surrounding tissue
- Stem cells are activated and directed to the treated area
- New blood vessels form through angiogenesis, improving local circulation
- Collagen production increases, restoring tissue structure and elasticity
- Nerve sensitivity is enhanced over the weeks that follow
The procedure takes approximately 30 minutes, is performed under local anaesthetic, and requires no downtime. Because the plasma is derived from your own blood, the risk of rejection or allergic reaction is essentially zero.
Conditions the O-Shot May Help
Clinical evidence and patient outcomes support the use of the O-Shot for:
- Female sexual arousal disorder (FSAD)
- Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD)
- Difficulty achieving orgasm (anorgasmia)
- Dyspareunia — pain during intercourse
- Vaginal dryness related to menopause or hormonal changes
- Stress urinary incontinence
- Lichen sclerosus — a chronic vulval skin condition causing tissue tightening, pain and reduced sensitivity
A thorough medical consultation is essential to confirm whether the O-Shot is clinically appropriate for your individual symptoms and health history.
What to Look For in a Qualified UK O-Shot Provider
The O-Shot involves blood draws, centrifugation and injections into sensitive anatomical areas. Choosing the right provider is as important as choosing the treatment. Here is what to evaluate when assessing UK clinics:
Medical Qualifications
Your practitioner must be a fully qualified medical doctor, nurse prescriber or dentist with postgraduate training in aesthetics and intimate medicine. The O-Shot requires a thorough understanding of female pelvic anatomy, and complications — though rare — must be managed by someone with appropriate clinical training. Avoid any clinic where the procedure is offered by someone who is not a regulated healthcare professional.
Official O-Shot Certification (CMA)
The O-Shot protocol is certified by the Cellular Medicine Association (CMA). Certified practitioners are listed on the CMA practitioner directory. Always confirm that your clinician holds current CMA certification before booking.
CQC Registration
In England, any clinic carrying out invasive procedures must be registered with the Care Quality Commission (CQC). A CQC-registered clinic meets defined national standards of safety, staffing and governance, and is subject to regular inspection. This is a non-negotiable benchmark for intimate PRP treatments.
Thorough Medical Assessment Before Treatment
A reputable provider will never agree to treat you without a detailed consultation covering your medical history, current medications and the precise nature of your symptoms. Be cautious of any clinic willing to book the O-Shot without a prior clinical assessment.
Aftercare and Follow-Up
Post-procedure support signals clinical quality. Your clinic should provide written aftercare guidance, remain contactable if concerns arise, and offer a follow-up review to assess your response to the treatment.
Key Questions to Ask Before Booking
Before committing to treatment at any clinic, ask these questions directly:
- Is the practitioner a fully qualified medical doctor or registered nurse prescriber?
- Do they hold current certification from the Cellular Medicine Association?
- Is the clinic registered with the CQC?
- Will there be a full medical consultation before treatment is agreed?
- What aftercare and follow-up is included in the price?
- Can they share outcome data or patient testimonials?
- Who should I contact if I have concerns after the procedure?
A clinic that is confident in its standards will answer these questions clearly and without hesitation. Vague or evasive responses are a warning sign worth taking seriously.
Elite Aesthetics: A UK Benchmark for O-Shot Care
Elite Aesthetics, based in Dartford, Kent — 22 minutes from London Bridge by train — is one of the UK’s most established doctor-led intimate health clinics. Founded and directed by Dr Shirin Lakhani, who is widely recognised as one of Britain’s foremost experts in female intimate health, the clinic provides the O-Shot as a core part of its women’s intimate wellness programme.
Dr Shirin Lakhani is one of the UK’s official O-Shot trainers — meaning she not only administers the procedure herself but is authorised by the Cellular Medicine Association to train other medical professionals in it. This credential places Elite Aesthetics at the very highest tier of O-Shot providers in the United Kingdom.
The clinic is CQC-registered, operates under full medical governance, and requires every patient to complete a detailed clinical assessment before any treatment is agreed. As a doctor-led practice, Elite Aesthetics can also safely combine the O-Shot with complementary treatments — such as Morpheus8V radiofrequency — on the same visit, where this is clinically indicated.
Why Patients Choose Elite Aesthetics for the O-Shot
- Dr Shirin Lakhani — UK O-Shot Trainer: You are being treated by one of only a small number of practitioners in the UK authorised by the CMA to train others in the procedure.
- CQC-Registered Clinic: All treatments are delivered in a fully regulated medical environment meeting national safety standards.
- Media-Recognised Expertise: Dr Shirin has appeared on Channel 4’s Embarrassing Bodies and This Morning, establishing her as a nationally recognised voice on intimate health.
- Comprehensive Pre-Treatment Consultation: Every patient receives a thorough medical assessment before treatment is confirmed — no exceptions.
- Combination Protocols Available: Where clinically appropriate, the O-Shot can be combined with Morpheus8V on the same visit for enhanced outcomes.
- Complete Discretion: All appointments are handled in strict confidence within a private clinical setting.
- Convenient Access from London: Dartford, Kent — 22 minutes from London Bridge, with on-site parking.
O-Shot Clinics in London, Kent and the South East
If you are based in London or the South East and are searching for an O-Shot provider, Elite Aesthetics in Dartford is one of the most accessible options available. The clinic regularly sees patients from across London — including Canary Wharf, Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Croydon — as well as from throughout Kent and Surrey. Patients from further afield across the UK also choose to travel to Elite Aesthetics for the assurance of doctor-led, CQC-regulated care from a practitioner who is one of the country’s leading specialists.
Ready to explore whether the O-Shot is right for you? Book a confidential consultation with Dr Shirin Lakhani at Elite Aesthetics. Our clinical team will guide you through your options with expertise and complete discretion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the O-Shot available on the NHS?
No. The O-Shot is not currently offered through NHS services and is available exclusively at specialist private clinics. Standard NHS pathways for female sexual dysfunction are typically limited to psychosexual therapy or hormone replacement therapy, which do not address the physiological causes of reduced sensitivity and arousal in the same way that PRP does.
How long does the O-Shot take to work?
Most patients begin to notice improvements in sensitivity and arousal within two to six weeks of their single treatment session, as the PRP growth factors stimulate tissue regeneration and angiogenesis. Full results typically continue to develop over three months. Some patients experience benefits sooner.
Is the O-Shot painful?
The procedure is performed under local anaesthetic — the treatment area is numbed before any injections are administered. Topical numbing cream is also applied in advance. Most patients report feeling only mild pressure during the procedure. Any post-treatment sensitivity typically resolves within 24 to 48 hours.
How many O-Shot treatments will I need?
The O-Shot is a single treatment. Unlike some other regenerative therapies, it is not administered as a course of repeated sessions. Many patients achieve significant benefit from one treatment session. Your clinician will review your response at your follow-up appointment and discuss any further options if needed.
Can the O-Shot help with lichen sclerosus?
Yes. There is a growing body of clinical evidence supporting the use of PRP — delivered via the O-Shot — as an effective treatment for lichen sclerosus, particularly in patients who have found topical corticosteroids insufficient. At Elite Aesthetics, the O-Shot can be combined with Morpheus8V radiofrequency treatment on the same visit for patients where a combined protocol is clinically indicated. Read our patient blog on lichen sclerosus for more about this condition and how it is treated at our clinic.
Are there any side effects of the O-Shot?
Because the O-Shot uses your own plasma, the risk of allergic reaction or immune rejection is negligible. The most commonly reported effects are mild swelling, tenderness or heightened sensitivity at the injection site, which typically resolve within 48 hours. Serious complications are exceptionally rare when the procedure is performed by a medically qualified practitioner in a CQC-registered clinical environment.
How do I find a legitimate O-Shot provider in the UK?
Verify that the practitioner holds current certification from the Cellular Medicine Association and that the clinic is registered with the Care Quality Commission. Both can be searched online via the CMA practitioner directory and the CQC register. Ask the clinic directly about the practitioner’s qualifications and specific experience with the O-Shot before booking your consultation.
How much does the O-Shot cost in the UK?
At reputable UK clinics, O-Shot pricing typically ranges from £800 to £1,500 depending on the provider, the practitioner’s level of expertise, and whether complementary treatments are included. At Elite Aesthetics, pricing is confirmed following your consultation and reflects the personalised treatment plan agreed for you individually. Contact us to enquire about current pricing and availability.
