Expert Back & Neck Pain Treatment At The White Hart Clinic
Back and neck pain involve discomfort or stiffness in the spine and surrounding muscles. As the neck and back are both part of the same spinal system, they often share similar causes and respond well to similar treatment approaches. Pain may stay localised or radiate into the shoulders, arms or legs, and can range from mild tension to more persistent symptoms that restrict movement and affect daily activities.
It is the most common condition we treat at the White Hart Clinic, which is not surprising given that 1 in 7 people in Richmond are currently living with back pain.
Over the years, we have helped thousands of patients recover from neck and back pain and regain confidence in their movement.
Common back and neck conditions we can help with:
- Muscle Strain: The most common cause, often resulting from heavy lifting, sudden movements or poor posture
- Herniated/Bulging Discs: When the discs between vertebrae bulge or rupture, sometimes also pressing on surrounding nerves
- Sciatica: Intense, shooting pain down the leg caused by a compressed or irritated nerve
- Osteoarthritis: Cartilage degeneration in the spine, caused by wear and tear, common in the lower back and neck
- Spinal Stenosis: A narrowing of the spinal canal that can put pressure on nerves, resulting in radiating pain
- Structural irregularities (e.g. scoliosis/ kyphosis): Atypical spinal curvatures which can lead to overload, stiffness and pain
- Facet Joint Issues: When the small joints between the bones of the spine become irritated or inflamed. This can cause localised back or neck pain, stiffness and discomfort
How our MSK Physiotherapists/ Osteopaths can help:
- Hands-on manual therapy (e.g. gentle joint mobilisation or soft tissue techniques) to reduce pain, improve mobility and relieve muscle tension
- Personalised exercise rehabilitation programmes to restore strength, flexibility and control
- Postural assessment and advice to reduce strain on the spine during daily activities
- Movement and ergonomic guidance for work, sport and lifestyle
- Taping and strapping to reduce discomfort
- Advice on pain management and activity modification to support recovery
- Long-term strategies to prevent recurrence and maintain spinal health
