Physis. Massage. Made Better

read moreAt Physis we passionately believe in delivering the highest standard of care in the management of musculoskeletal problems. We take time to understand the cause of your problem, so we can provide individually tailored treatment programmes that address the drivers of your problem, and match your goals and aspirations. Our physiotherapists are experts in pain management with an average of 20 years experience. All our physios are Chartered and registered with the Health Care Professions Council and all the major insurance companies, so you know you are in good hands.

read moreApproximately 80% of the population will have one or more episodes of back pain in their lifetime. Back pain is the most common condition seen by physiotherapists at Physis. Although often painful and disabling, back pain in most cases is not due to a serious problem. 95% of cases of acute low back pain are due to what we call mechanical or non-specific low back pain, which means that the source of the pain cannot be reliably identified. We also see many cases of back and leg pain, which is commonly called sciatica or nerve root pain, or a "trapped nerve", and spondylolisthesis or osteoarthritis arthritis in the spine is usually termed spondylosis by the medical profession or also known as "wear and tear".

read moreWhen you come to see us, we are looking to get you better in the easiest and most efficient way possible. By the end of your assessment we aim to give you a clinical evidence based diagnosis for your problem, a rational explanation as to why you have the ongoing symptoms (if this is not already obvious), and identify the different treatment options open to you to get yourself back to normal as quickly as you can. This process is not the same for everyone and will depend on the over-riding features that we identify in the examination and history taking, and the extent that you want us to be involved.

read moreMassage has long been a method of aiding recovery throughout history, but as time has progressed our understanding of the effects has improved. With the result that we now know what works and what doesn't. Massage can vary in intensity and depth to achieve different physical and psychological responses. Our therapists are well trained in different techniques and will adapt their delivery depending on your requirements. Some of our team are both physiotherapists and trained massage therapists. All of our practitioners work together to provide the best combined approach to your care.

read moreBreathing control and pain. Breathing control is an important factor in dealing with pain and this blog hopes to highlight why this is and show you ways in which you can with pain control. The pain that you experience can cause you to tense more and change where you breathe. Back Pain Myths & Truths This video helps to explain why it is important to bust the myths which surround back pain and reinforce the latest evidence, to help our patients. The terms and the therapy we offer as practitioners needs to be relayed carefully and should be supported by.