Advice for Common Injuries

Common conditions: Tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, repetitive strain injuries, fractures, arthritis

These conditions often cause pain, weakness, and difficulty gripping.
They are usually due to overuse in sports or repetitive activities.

Physiotherapy uses targeted exercises, activity modification, and pain management strategies.
Eccentric strengthening of the forearm muscles under guidance is proven to help recovery.

Common conditions: Herniated disc, sciatica, spinal stenosis, facet joint dysfunction

Back pain can cause stiffness, spasms, or radiating pain into the buttock, leg or foot. Poor posture and incorrect lifting are frequent triggers.

Physiotherapy treatment focuses on core stability, pain relief, and safe exercise programmes.
Early physiotherapy input can prevent acute problems from becoming chronic.

Common conditions: Shin splints, Achilles tendinopathy, calf muscle strains

Shin and calf pain is common in runners and athletes.
Achilles tendon problems usually develop from overuse or poor movement patterns.

Physiotherapy programmes with progressive loading exercises are highly effective in treating Achilles injuries.
Early treatment prevents recurrence and supports safe return to sport.

Common conditions: Carpal tunnel syndrome, repetitive strain injuries, arthritis, tendon problems

Pain in the wrist and hand can make daily activities difficult.

Physiotherapy improves grip strength, reduces pain, and helps restore normal function.

Common conditions: Muscle strains, hip arthritis, labrum tears, bursitis

Hip and thigh pain may result from sports injuries or gradual wear and tear.
In older age, arthritis is a frequent cause of hip stiffness and walking pain.

Physiotherapy helps reduce pain, restore mobility, and strengthen muscles.
Pre- and post-surgery rehabilitation for hip replacement significantly improves recovery.

Common conditions: Ligament injuries, meniscus tears, runner’s knee, patellofemoral pain, arthritis

Knee symptoms may include pain, swelling, weakness, and instability.
These often occur due to trauma, poor biomechanics, or overuse.

Physiotherapists assess gait and alignment, provide tailored exercises, and support recovery with rehabilitation programmes.
Treatment can help manage arthritis and support patients before and after knee replacement surgery.

Common conditions: Cervical spondylosis, disc bulge, stiff neck, whiplash, tension headaches

Neck pain often comes from poor posture, trauma, or wear and tear.
Symptoms include pain, stiffness, headaches, and sometimes tingling in the arm or fingers.

Physiotherapy can help with posture correction, muscle strengthening, pain relief techniques (manual therapy, acupuncture, massage), and ergonomic advice.
If you experience sudden pain radiating into the arm or numbness in the fingers – seek professional advice promptly.

Common conditions: Frozen shoulder, rotator cuff injuries, bursitis, arthritis, dislocations

Shoulder pain may come from trauma, sports overuse, or gradual stiffness.
Symptoms include pain, weakness, instability, or limited movement.

Physiotherapy includes manual therapy, strengthening, movement retraining and pain relief techniques.
Early treatment is important to restore movement and prevent long-term stiffness.

Common conditions: Pelvic girdle pain, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, postnatal recovery, incontinence, pelvic floor weakness, prolapse, abdominal separation (diastasis recti)

Women experience unique musculoskeletal and pelvic health challenges throughout different stages of life – from pregnancy and postnatal recovery to perimenopause and menopause. Physiotherapy can play a vital role in managing these issues and improving overall wellbeing.

• During pregnancy: Physiotherapy helps with pelvic girdle pain, back pain, and postural changes. Gentle, safe exercises and manual therapy can reduce discomfort and support daily function.
• Pelvic floor rehabilitation: Strengthening or relaxing the pelvic floor muscles can support bladder and bowel control, reduce symptoms of prolapse, and improve quality of life.
• After childbirth: Postnatal physiotherapy helps women safely return to daily activity, exercise, and sport. This includes core and pelvic floor retraining, guidance for safe lifting, and managing abdominal separation (diastasis recti).
• Preparation for surgery (“pre-habilitation”): In some cases, physiotherapy before gynaecological or abdominal surgery can improve recovery outcomes.
• Menopause and beyond: Physiotherapy can assist with pelvic health, bone health, mobility, and maintaining independence.

Our physiotherapists provide individualised treatment plans, combining education, manual therapy, exercise programmes, breathing techniques, and lifestyle advice to support women’s health at every stage of life.