Back Pain Treatment in Somersham, Near Huntingdon & St Ives
Back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal conditions in the UK, affecting approximately 80% of people at some point in their lives. It is also one of the leading causes of disability and absence from work. At Harding Physiotherapy in Somersham, our experienced team treats patients with acute and chronic back pain from Huntingdon, St Ives, Ramsey, Chatteris, Warboys, Willingham, Earith and Bluntisham.
We provide evidence-based physiotherapy, sports therapy and acupuncture for back pain, guided by NICE Clinical Knowledge Summaries (NICE CKS). Our treatment approach is tailored to each individual patient, taking into account the nature and history of your back pain, your lifestyle, occupation and goals.
Understanding Back Pain: Causes & Types
Back pain can arise from a wide variety of structures and causes. The majority of back pain is classified as non-specific (no identifiable structural cause), while specific back pain may relate to intervertebral disc pathology, facet joint irritation, muscle or ligament strain, nerve compression, or more rarely, serious spinal pathology. Common causes of back pain include:
- Muscle or ligament strain from heavy lifting, awkward posture or sudden movement.
- Intervertebral disc problems including disc bulge, herniation or degeneration, which may cause referred leg pain or sciatica.
- Facet joint dysfunction causing localised or referred pain, particularly with extension or rotation movements.
- Poor posture and prolonged sedentary behaviour, common causes in desk-based workers.
- Degenerative changes such as spondylosis or osteoarthritis affecting the spinal joints.
- Sports-related injuries or overloading, particularly in runners, cyclists, gym users and contact sport athletes.
How We Treat Back Pain at Harding Physiotherapy
Our approach to back pain treatment is guided by NICE CKS and incorporates a combination of evidence-based techniques, selected following a thorough clinical assessment:
Manual Therapy
Hands-on spinal mobilisation and manipulation techniques based on the Maitland and McKenzie approaches to restore normal spinal movement and reduce pain.
Soft Tissue Massage & Release
Targeted massage to reduce paraspinal muscle tension, improve circulation and alleviate trigger point pain.
Individualised Home Exercise Plans
Specific strengthening, stretching and movement exercises tailored to your condition, designed to support your recovery between sessions.
Advice & Self-Management Education
Guidance on posture, activity modification, ergonomics and load management to reduce pain and prevent recurrence.
For patients with chronic or recurrent back pain, we may recommend complementary services such as Pilates classes or Functional Fitness Classes to build long-term spinal stability and strength.
Not sure where to start? Call us on 01487 843844 or book online at www.hardingphysiotherapy.co.uk and our team will guide you to the right treatment for your back pain.
Our Back Pain Specialists
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Insurance & Pricing for Back Pain Treatment
We are recognised by AVIVA, BUPA, Vitality, WPA and Healix. Different clinicians are registered with different health care providers – please contact us to confirm coverage for your specific insurer before booking.
Private self-pay rates: £60-£65 per 30-minute physiotherapy session. Block of 10 sessions: £510 (with Sam Oakley).
Related Conditions
Back pain is closely linked to a number of conditions we treat, including sciatica and trapped nerve. If your back pain is caused by, or associated with, a muscle or ligament issue, you may also find our pages on muscle strain and ligament injury helpful.
Book Your Back Pain Assessment
Don’t let back pain hold you back. Our specialist physiotherapists in Somersham serve patients across Huntingdon, St Ives, Ramsey and Chatteris — and we’re here to get you better.
Physiotherapy sessions are £60–£65 per 30 minutes, with a block of 10 sessions available from £510. We are recognised by AVIVA, BUPA, Vitality, WPA and Healix — please contact us before booking to confirm coverage with your specific insurer.
Call us on 01487 843844, email info@hardingphysiotherapy.co.uk. We are at Harding Physiotherapy, 2 West Newlands, Somersham, Huntingdon, PE28 3EB — with free onsite parking.