MSK & General Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy assessment and treatment for musculoskeletal pain and injuries, from back, neck and shoulder pain to joint problems and sports injuries.

Whether your symptoms are recent or long-standing, your physiotherapist will work with you to understand what is driving them and build a clear, personalised plan to help you move and feel better.

Note: The assessment and treatment described below are indicative. Your session will be tailored to your individual condition, needs and goals, and may be modified by your physiotherapist based on their clinical judgement.

Who is musculoskeletal physiotherapy for?

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy may be suitable if you:

• Have back, neck or shoulder pain
• Have knee, hip, ankle or other joint pain
• Are recovering from a muscle strain, sprain or sports injury
• Have pain or stiffness that affects work, sleep, exercise or daily activities
• Are returning to exercise, running or sport after an injury
• Are recovering after surgery, a fracture or a period of reduced activity
• Have posture-related or repetitive-strain discomfort
• Want guidance on moving well and reducing the chance of recurrence

Common conditions and symptoms we assess

We assess and manage a range of musculoskeletal concerns, including:

• Neck pain, stiffness and associated headaches
• Back pain, including lower back pain
• Shoulder pain, including rotator cuff concerns and frozen shoulder
• Hip, knee, ankle and foot pain
• Elbow, wrist and hand pain
• Muscle strains, ligament sprains and tendon problems
• Sports and overuse injuries
• Post-surgical and post-fracture rehabilitation
• Posture-related and work-related discomfort

What happens during the appointment?

Your physiotherapist will first discuss your:

• Medical history
• Current symptoms and how they started
• Work, activity and exercise levels
• Goals

This is followed by a physical assessment tailored to your concerns, which may include:

• Posture and movement assessment
• Joint range of movement and muscle strength testing
• Assessment of the affected area and related regions
• Functional and movement testing relevant to your activities

Treatment may begin during the same session and may include:

• Manual therapy
• Exercise and rehabilitation
• Pain and symptom management strategies
• Guidance on activity, load management and return to work, exercise or sport

What you will leave with

You will receive:

• A clear explanation of your assessment findings
• Practical guidance for managing your symptoms
• A personalised exercise and rehabilitation plan, where appropriate
• Advice on activity, posture and load management
• Guidance on returning to work, exercise or sport
• Recommendations for follow-up care

Your next steps

Depending on your assessment and goals, we may recommend:

• Physiotherapy follow-up
• Clinical Pilates
• Strength and Conditioning
• Referral to another healthcare professional, where appropriate