Lower back pain
Very common, and usually not caused by anything serious. Most back pain gets better within a few weeks.
Conditions library
Plain-English guides to common aches, pains and injuries. Each one explains what it is, how physio can help, what you can do at home, and when to get urgent help.
General information only. Not a diagnosis, and not a substitute for an assessment.
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Neck pain
A stiff or sore neck is common and usually settles within a few weeks.
Sciatica
Pain that travels from the lower back or bottom down one leg. It usually gets better in a few weeks to a few months.
Frozen shoulder
The shoulder becomes painful and very stiff. It gets better on its own, but slowly — often over a year or more.
Tennis elbow
Pain on the outside of the elbow, often from repeating the same arm movements. You do not need to play tennis to get it.
Runner's knee
An ache around or behind the kneecap. Common in runners, but anyone can get it.
Ankle sprain
A twisted or stretched ankle ligament. Most sprains feel better in a couple of weeks, but rehab helps stop it happening again.
Plantar fasciitis (heel pain)
Pain under the heel, often worst with the first steps in the morning. It usually gets better, but can take several months.
After a knee or hip replacement
Recovery takes months, not weeks. Regular exercise is one of the most important parts of getting a good result.
Need help now?
If you think it's an emergency, call 999. If you need help urgently but it's not an emergency, contact NHS 111 or your GP. Every guide has a box that explains when to get urgent help.
Not sure what's wrong?
That's what an initial assessment is for. We'll listen, check how you move and explain what's going on.