Exercise and pain management

Exercise and activity play an important role in pain management.

Persistent pain can lead to inactivity or avoidance of movement, which can itself lead to further disability. Physiotherapists are movement experts who will support you with physical goal setting and explore the role of activity and exercise as part of your pain management toolkit.

Useful resources

Personal exercise diary: this will help you understand more about pain and exercise, assist in monitoring your exercise, help identify physical triggers for your pain, and help map progress with your health and strength.
Fitness Studio exercise videos - NHS (www.nhs.uk): instructor-led exercise videos, including aerobic exercises, strength and resistance training, pilates, and yoga.

Resident doctor strike action

Resident doctors will be taking strike action from 7am on 17 December to 7am on 22 December. Some appointments and procedures may be affected. If your appointment needs to be changed, we will contact you.

If you've not heard from us, please attend your appointment as planned.

Please continue to come forward for care, particularly in an emergency or life-threatening situation. Use NHS 111 to find the most appropriate service for your needs.