What We Can Help With

Neck pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including poor posture, injury, and degenerative conditions such as arthritis. Other common causes include muscle strains, pinched nerves, and herniated discs. 

Shoulder pain can happen due to a one-off injury or a gradual build-up of strain over time. Common causes are such as rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, bursitis, tendinitis, arthritis, fractures, muscle imbalances, and poor posture.

Hip pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, overuse, arthritis, and bursitis. Other potential causes include tendinitis, labral damage and impingement. 

Elbow pain can be caused by a variety of conditions, including tennis elbow, golfer's elbow, bursitis, tendinitis, and arthritis. These conditions can result from overuse, repetitive movements, injury, or age-related wear and tear.

Overuse, doing too much too soon, unsuitable footwear, muscle imbalances, lack of proper warm-up, and incorrect running form are some of the most common causes of running injuries. Runners may also experience common conditions such as plantar fasciitis, shin splints, stress fractures, and IT band syndrome.

Dealing with discomfort or pain after the birth of your little one? Things like back or shoulder pain, pelvic discomfort, or Mum's thumb? Struggling with posture changes? Or doing okay and thinking about getting back to exercise but wondering when's the right time, what exercises are safe, or how to gradually get back to fitness?

​You've had the trip or fall, got the x-ray, and been told to wear a boot or brace for a few weeks. While great for bone healing, you're left feeling stiff, weak, and uncomfortable. It's crucial to work on flexibility and strength to speed up recovery and get back to everything you’ve missed.

You're doing okay after your surgery,  hopefully managing your pain and have been given a few exercises from the hospital to get you going. Working with a Chartered Physiotherapist will allow you to kick on and make sure your recovery is guided based on what you are aiming to get back to.

Lower back pain is a prevalent issue that can be triggered by various factors such as poor posture, muscle strain and injury. Additionally, herniated discs, sciatica, spinal stenosis and degenerative disc disease are common causes. 

Knee pain can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, overuse or underlying medical conditions (such as gout). Some common conditions that can lead to knee pain include osteoarthritis, tendinitis, bursitis and ligament or cartilage injuries. 

If you're experiencing pain in your foot and ankle, there are many possible causes. These may include injuries, overuse, or medical conditions such as arthritis or plantar fasciitis. 

Pain in the wrist, hand, and thumb can be put down to many things, including carpal tunnel syndrome, tendinitis arthritis, and nerve. These conditions can develop due to repetitive actions, injury, or underlying medical conditions. 

​Some common causes of pain during pregnancy include posture changes and hormonal shifts. As the baby grows, the mother's center of gravity shifts, putting strain on the back, hips, and legs. Additionally, the release of hormones like relaxin makes ligaments and joints more flexible, leading to discomfort and pain.

A common condition for ladies over 50, menopausal changes reduce oestrogen production, affecting bone health. A strength programme tailored to you can help maintain and improve bone density.

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We can also provide guidance based on your history if a DEXA (bone density) scan may be appropriate to discuss with your GP.

You've struggled with pain for a long time and you've decided to go for an operation. Whether that's shoulder or hip or knee or back surgery, spending some time before you procedure working on some strength and movement can really benefit your recovery post op.

Maybe you've never been the exercising type, or you used to love keeping fit when you were younger but stopped due to life, injury, or health issues. We can plan a gradual return to activity and work on any areas that may risk halting your progress and confidence back to activity.