Muscle & Joint Pain Treatment

Muscle & joint pain conditions that Physio23 treat includes:

• Back pain, slipped discs, trapped nerves

• Sciatica, leg pain, referred pain, neck pain

• Whiplash injuries, torticollis, headaches

• Shoulder problems, dislocations, rotator cuff tears

• Tennis elbow, golfers elbow, wrist & hand pain

• Carpal tunnel syndrome, repetitive strain injuries

• Chest pain, rib pain, hip arthritis, bursitis

• Hamstring injuries, knee pain, torn cartilage

• Adolescent growing pains, shin splints, calf tears

• Achilles tendonitis, sprained ankles, heel pain

• Post-op joint or muscle rehabilitation.

Methods of treatment involve:

A thorough assessment and examination to identify the exact structure at fault, and the mechanical cause of the problem.

Treatment will then include one or more of the following:

• Joint mobilisations +/- manipulations

• Soft tissue massage/release

• Postural reconditioning and advice

• Rehabilitation programmes

• Ultrasound therapy

• “TENS” for pain relief

• Acupuncture

• Strapping

• “Pilates” core stability and strengthening exercises.

Early treatment can lead to a quicker recovery.