Pain can often be reduced even before you have your first appointment. Over the counter medications such as paracetamol or ibuprofen can help reduce inflammation (consult your pharmacist first).

Heat or ice can can help reduce muscle spasm and pain. Short periods of rest are ok for the first day or two, but it’s important to keep moving within your pain limits.

If the pain hasn’t resolved within a couple of days it is important to seek the input of a good physiotherapist. So Get In Touch to make an appointment.

First and foremost, the main objective is to identify the cause of the problem and provide you with a diagnosis which explains your symptoms. This can usually be achieved with a thorough clinical examination, without the need for any scans.

Treatment will usually consist of manual therapy techniques to reduce specific areas of joint stiffness or muscle spasm. Importantly, you will be shown specific exercises to help you return to your desired level of function in whatever activity is important to you, whether it be gardening or cycling.

An initial assessment/treatment session usually lasts an hour. Any further sessions are usually 30-45 minutes. Most patients need only 3-6 sessions over a few weeks to resolve their symptoms. (However we can be more specific after you have been assessed)

The goal of physiotherapy is to reduce your pain and improve function. We use techniques that most patients find very comfortable and pain relieving.

If you would like more detailed information or to book an appointment, please Get in touch