The first appointment for back pain and/or neck pain will include both an assessment and a treatment session and will last approximately 60–70 minutes.

Assessment: 

Will help identify the possible causes of the client’s back or neck pain, understand how the symptoms affect their daily activities, and determine the most appropriate treatment.

The appointment will include:

• Visual assessment: Looking at posture, movement, and the affected area of the back or neck.
• Physical assessment: Gently examining the affected area to identify tenderness, muscle tightness, or discomfort.
• Range of movement: Assessing how comfortably the client can move their neck or back.
• Goal setting: Discussing the client’s symptoms, daily difficulties, and treatment goals.
• Treatment planning: Explaining the proposed treatment plan for managing back pain and/or neck pain.
• First treatment: To help the client feel better from day 1.

Treatment:

Treatment will be tailored to the client’s symptoms and individual needs, with the aim of reducing back or neck pain, improving movement, and supporting recovery.

Treatment may include:

• Massage and hands-on treatment: To help relieve muscle tension and discomfort in the back or neck.
• Stretching exercises: To improve flexibility and reduce stiffness.
• Movement exercises: To improve mobility and help the client return to normal daily activities.
• Posture advice: Providing guidance on sitting, standing, and working positions to help manage back and neck pain.
• Education and self-management: Explaining ways to manage symptoms and reduce the risk of further pain or injury.
• Lifting and movement advice: Providing guidance on safe lifting techniques and everyday movements that may contribute to back or neck pain.

URGENT APPOINTMENTS:

If you require an urgent physiotherapy appointment for back pain and/or neck pain, please contact JS Physio to arrange an appointment as soon as possible.