Who this service is for

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy may be suitable if you are experiencing pain, stiffness, weakness or reduced movement affecting your everyday activities, work, exercise or general mobility.

A home physiotherapy appointment can be helpful if you prefer assessment in your own environment, find it difficult to attend a clinic, or want practical advice based around your daily routine, posture, movement habits and activity goals.

• Pain affecting daily activities, work or exercise
• Reduced movement, stiffness or weakness
• Muscle, joint, tendon or soft tissue problems
• Difficulty returning to normal activity after injury
• Need for a structured rehabilitation plan at home

Conditions we treat

Musculoskeletal physiotherapy can support people with a wide range of pain and movement-related problems. Treatment is tailored to your symptoms, lifestyle, goals and level of activity.

• Back pain and sciatica-type symptoms
• Neck pain and shoulder pain
• Hip, knee, ankle and foot problems
• Joint stiffness, weakness or reduced mobility
• Tendon pain and soft tissue injuries
• Postural and movement-related discomfort
• Rehabilitation after muscle, ligament or joint injury

If you are unsure whether physiotherapy is appropriate, an initial assessment can help identify the likely contributing factors and whether home-based treatment is suitable.

What the assessment includes

The first appointment includes a detailed discussion about your symptoms, medical history, goals and current limitations. The physical assessment is adapted to your presentation, comfort and level of mobility.

• Assessment of movement, strength and functional tasks
• Discussion of pain behaviour, aggravating factors and easing strategies
• Review of posture, activity demands and daily routine where relevant
• Identification of contributing factors and rehabilitation priorities
• A personalised treatment plan and exercise programme

What treatment may involve

Treatment is designed around your goals, whether that means reducing pain, improving movement, returning to exercise, building strength or managing a longer-term condition more confidently.

• Tailored rehabilitation exercises
• Movement retraining and functional strengthening
• Advice on activity modification and graded progression
• Hands-on treatment where appropriate
• Education to support self-management and recovery