Using extensive knowledge from a background in anatomy and physiology, we offer assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for many conditions including:
There are many different types of back and neck pain and it can present in many ways, ranging from a mild occasional ache to a severe, constant pain.
The pain may be related to:
Pain may be referred into the head, arms or legs from the back and neck.
Injuries are common in sport and can be related to:
Examples of sports injuries are:
Shoulder pain may develop due to a variety of reasons and it is very important to have a thorough assessment to establish the cause, the following are some examples:
You may also find you need some support with rehabilitation following a fracture, dislocation or operation.
Back and pelvic pain is common both during and after pregnancy and is thought to be related to changes in ligament laxity and posture.
Nerve pain, also called neuralgia, follows the paths of specific nerves. There are many causes of nerve pain:
Headache is a complex type of pain which may have several causes and can be difficult to treat. Many headaches have some contribution from structures in the upper neck, including joints and muscles, because nerves in the neck are connected to those in the head and face. There is evidence to support Physiotherapy treatment of headache pain if there is involvement of structures in the neck.
Pain related to any repetitive activity:
Rehabilitation and advice following any of the above may facilitate recovery and return to normal activity, examples include:
A general term given to joint changes and diseases which occur in the body. There are many different types of arthritis, some examples include:
This is not an exhaustive list, so please call if you have any further queries as to whether we can help your particular condition or complaint.
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