Lower back discomfort
Ongoing or recurring discomfort in the lower back, including stiffness first thing in the morning or after sitting.
What people ask us about
Conditions and concerns we support
These are the kinds of concern people most often bring to a 45-minute appointment. They are descriptions of what people tell us, not diagnoses — and this page is not a promise that physiotherapy is the right answer in every case.
When to seek urgent medical help instead
Physiotherapy is not the right first step for everything. Please seek urgent medical help rather than booking an appointment with us if you have:
- Chest pain, difficulty breathing, or symptoms of a stroke — call 999 immediately
- A suspected fracture, dislocation, or an injury following significant trauma
- Sudden loss of bladder or bowel control, or numbness around the saddle area — seek emergency care immediately
- New, unexplained weakness, numbness or loss of sensation
- Fever, unexplained weight loss or feeling generally unwell alongside your symptoms
- Symptoms that are rapidly getting worse
This website and booking form are not for medical emergencies. Call 999 in an emergency or use NHS 111 when appropriate.
Concerns people ask us about, grouped by area of the body
Back and neck concerns
People often get in touch about back or neck discomfort that is affecting sleep, work or daily activity.
Neck stiffness and tension
Restricted neck movement or tension, often described alongside desk work or driving.
Postural discomfort
Discomfort people associate with long periods in one position at work or at home.
Shoulder, arm and hand concerns
Upper limb concerns that affect reaching, lifting, gripping or sleeping.
Shoulder movement restriction
Difficulty raising the arm, reaching behind the back, or discomfort when sleeping on one side.
Elbow and forearm discomfort
Discomfort associated with gripping, lifting or repetitive tasks at work or in sport.
Wrist and hand movement concerns
Stiffness or discomfort affecting grip strength and fine hand movements.
Hip, knee and leg concerns
Lower limb concerns that affect walking, stairs, standing or exercise.
Hip and groin discomfort
Discomfort noticed when walking, climbing stairs, or after periods of sitting.
Knee discomfort and stiffness
Knee symptoms noticed on stairs, when kneeling, or after exercise.
Calf, ankle and foot concerns
Lower leg or foot discomfort affecting walking distance, running or standing at work.
Activity, training and recovery
Concerns raised by people who are active and want to talk through how they are managing load and recovery.
Returning to activity after a period of rest
Guidance on how people commonly build activity back up gradually and sensibly.
Sports-related physical concerns
Discussion of training demands, movement quality and recovery between sessions.
General deconditioning and low activity levels
Support for people who have become less active and want a realistic starting point.
Mobility and daily living
Support for people whose day-to-day movement has changed.
Walking and balance confidence
Conversation about walking, confidence and the activities you find difficult.
Getting up, sitting down and stairs
Practical discussion of the everyday transfers that feel harder than they used to.
Managing long-term movement limitations
Support alongside — not instead of — care you receive from other healthcare professionals.
Not sure whether we can help?
If your concern is not listed here, that does not mean an appointment is not worthwhile — and equally, we will tell you honestly if we think another service is a better fit. A 45-minute appointment costs £75 and gives you time to describe the situation properly. You are also welcome to contact us first and ask.
Talk it through in a 45-minute appointment
Describe what you have noticed, and we will discuss sensible next steps together.
- Where
- At your home
- Appointment length
- 45 minutes
- Price
- £75 fixed price
- Phone and WhatsApp
- +44 7469 334067