If you are in pain….

You are in pain and discomfort - what do you do?

Your body is resilient, so to suddenly find yourself in pain and lacking mobility can feel both distressing and confusing – how did it happen, what do you do next?

At the Waldegrave Clinic we remove the uncertainty as we manage your pain and get to the root cause of why it hurts. There is no one fixed approach to how we treat you; at your initial consultation we will determine the best treatment options for you, whether that be chiropractic, physiotherapy, complementary therapy or a combination of practices.

The reassurance you receive is that there is continuity of care between our team of practitioners to ensure the most effective treatment for you, your overall well-being and long term recovery.

To book an appointment please telephone 020 8943 2424

EMERGENCY!

My back has gone into spasm and I can’t move!

• Don't panic! The most simple of muscle spasms are incredibly painful and can be very frightening – but they are usually resolved quickly.
• Wrap ice or a bag of frozen peas in a tea-towel and place where the pain is most severe for 10-15 minutes every 1-2 hours and the soreness will ease NB: Do not use if you suffer from diabetes or poor circulation.
• Once you are more comfortable and able to move again try gently moving around at regular intervals but please don’t try to push through the pain – if it hurts STOP.
• Rest as comfortably as you can but try not to lie flat on the floor as this can increase pressure on the lower back. If the floor is the only comfortable position, add some support beneath the knees.
• Your GP or pharmacist will be able to prescribe pain relief medication.
• If your pain persists past 48 hours specialist treatment such as chiropractic or physiotherapy is advised to establish the root cause of your problem and administer the right treatment to get you back on the road to recovery.

To book an appointment please telephone 020 8943 2424