Back Pain Physiotherapy in Bruntsfield, Edinburgh
Back pain assessment, treatment and rehabilitation
Back pain can affect almost every part of your day. Getting out of bed, sitting at your desk, driving, exercising or simply moving around can become uncomfortable or difficult.
At Perform Health Co we assess, measure, treat and strengthen to help you move better.
You might be dealing with:
Back pain and stiffness in the morning
Pain from sitting, standing, bending or lifting
Pain that travels into your hip or leg
A back that feels weak or restricted
Symptoms that keep coming back
Worry about your back giving way or getting worse
At Perform Health Co, we’ll take the time to understand your symptoms, your history and how your back is affecting your everyday life. We’ll assess your movement and strength, explain what we find and give you a clear plan based on what you need.
Treatment may include hands-on physiotherapy, targeted exercises and progressive strength work. We’ll help you understand your back and give you practical steps to improve your movement and manage your symptoms
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Assess & Diagnose
A thorough assessment of your back, hips and how you move to find the root cause and diagnose the issue.
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Test & Measure
We test your strength and range of motion to give you objective data and a clear baseline to track progress.
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Treat & Re-test
Hands-on treatment to relieve your pain, re-testing as we go so you can see the improvement.
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Rehab & Strength
Real rehab to strengthen your back and core, so you can bend, lift and move with confidence.
At Perform Health Co, we look beyond where your back hurts. Your assessment is used to understand what may be contributing to your symptoms and what needs to change to help you move forward.
A key difference is that we have a dedicated rehab gym within the clinic, so your physiotherapy does not have to stop at hands-on treatment or advice to exercise at home. We can work with you in the gym to build strength, improve movement and gradually increase what your back can handle.
This means your care can follow one connected path, from assessment and diagnosis through treatment and rehabilitation, all within the same clinic.
More Than Treating Your Back Pain
Initial Physiotherapy Appointment
Appointment: £70
Your 45-minute appointment includes a full physiotherapy assessment, hands-on treatment and a personalised rehabilitation plan.
We’ll assess your back pain, explain what we find and give you a clear plan for your recovery and next steps.
What You Can Expect During Your Assessment
Full back assessment and history
Hands-on treatment from your first visit
Personalised rehab plan with home or gym exercises via our rehab app
Clear recovery plan so you know what to expect and how to progress
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Pain, stiffness or restricted movement in the lower back that can affect everyday activities, exercise or work.
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Back pain that may occur when a disc becomes irritated or displaced, sometimes causing pain, tingling or numbness into the leg.
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Pain, tingling, numbness or altered sensation that travels from the lower back into the buttock or leg.
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Pain and stiffness following a sudden movement, increased activity, lifting or exercise.
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Back pain that develops during or after lifting, often involving a sudden increase in load or activity.
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Back pain and stiffness associated with prolonged sitting, desk work, repetitive tasks or changes in activity.
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Back pain that has persisted or keeps returning, particularly when it is affecting work, exercise or everyday life.
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Stiffness or reduced range of movement that makes bending, twisting, lifting or everyday activities more difficult.
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Pain that develops during or after running, lifting, gym training, sport or other physical activity.
Back Conditions We Treat
We see a range of back problems, from recent injuries and activity-related pain to ongoing symptoms and rehabilitation following surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Physiotherapy is all about helping people recover from injury, prevent setbacks and perform at their best.
Rather than focusing solely on where it hurts, we look at your history, the mechanism of injury and provide a diagnosis, alongside agreed treatment and a collaborative rehab plan.
Our Physiotherapy team doesn’t just treat symptoms. We identify the underlying cause, address the movement and strength deficits contributing to the problem, and create a plan that helps you return stronger and stay there.
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We will assess and diagnose the shoulder issue, discuss the best treatment plan that will help you recover. Our process involves testing strength and range of motion, hand’s-on treatment and re-testing you. You will be shown the most effective exercises that will get you stronger and have your own rehab plan via our app Rehab Guru.
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The number of sessions you need depends on the type of injury, your goals, and how your body responds to treatment. Some people feel significant pain relief within a few sessions, while others require a longer rehabilitation plan to fully rehabilitate.
Early treatment often focuses on reducing pain and improving range of motion. As you progress, the focus shifts towards getting stronger and back to doing what you love as soon as possible. This approach helps support longer term recovery and reduces the chance of symptoms returning.
After your initial assessment, your Physiotherapist will give you a clear plan of what to expect and discuss a timeline that suits your needs.
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No. As a private Physiotherapy practice, you do not need a GP referral to book an appointment with us. You can self refer and access treatment directly.
The benefits of early intervention means we can get you moving more pain-free sooner and back to doing what you love.
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Yes. We work with several major private health insurance providers. This includes Aviva, Vitality, WPA, Healix and Axa Health.
Coverage depends on your individual policy, so we recommend checking with your insurer before your appointment to confirm what is included. If required, we can provide invoices or reports to support your claim and help with the reimbursement process.