Assessment, diagnosis, treatment
Physiotherapy
Hands-on physiotherapy for back pain, sports injuries, joint problems, and post-surgical recovery. Built around an honest diagnosis and a clear plan.
30 or 60 minutes
Overview
What physiotherapy is and how it helps
Physiotherapy at Atlas is the full assessment-and-treatment pathway for musculoskeletal problems — bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and the nerves that supply them. Every appointment starts with a proper assessment so we can identify what is actually causing the pain or restriction, not just where you feel it. From there, Connor builds a treatment plan combining manual therapy, exercise prescription, and clear advice on how to manage things between sessions. The goal is to get you back to what you want to be doing, with the knowledge to keep yourself there.
A first appointment runs through three parts: a detailed conversation about your symptoms, lifestyle, sleep, and what you are trying to get back to; a movement and strength assessment so Connor can see how the area behaves under load; and specific clinical tests to identify the underlying cause rather than just chasing the symptom.
Treatment is always evidence-based and personalised. Manual therapy and hands-on techniques sit alongside graded exercise, education, and self-management strategies you can use at home. The aim is short-term relief paired with long-term resilience — not endless appointments.
Where it helps, physiotherapy is combined with the other services on offer: injection therapy for stubborn inflammation, acupuncture for pain that has plateaued, shockwave for chronic tendon problems, or sports massage to support training load.
Conditions Treated
Physiotherapy is used for a wide range of conditions
Not sure if physiotherapy is right for you? Book an initial assessment and Connor will give you an honest answer — including referring you on if something else would be a better fit.
Neck
- Whiplash injury
- Vertigo and dizziness
- Trigger points
- Nerve pain in the arm
- Neck osteoarthritis
- Headaches
- Muscle tightness and strains
Shoulder
- Rotator cuff tendon pain
- Frozen shoulder and shoulder stiffness
- Shoulder instability
- Shoulder impingement
- Arthritis
- Rehabilitation after shoulder surgery
Elbow
- Golfer's elbow
- Tennis elbow
- Treatment following a fracture
- Arthritis
- Elbow bursitis
Hand & Wrist
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- De Quervain's tenosynovitis
- Repetitive strain injury
- Trigger finger or thumb
- Dupuytren's contracture
- Thumb pain
- Rheumatoid arthritis
Back
- Low back pain
- Sciatica or nerve pain
- Arthritis
- Stenosis
- Stiffness from the mid back (thoracic spine)
- Lifting or work-related injuries
- Facet joint and disc injuries
- Rehabilitation after back surgery
Pelvis
- Pregnancy and post-partum related pain
- Coccyx pain
- Sacro-iliac joint dysfunction
Hip
- Arthritis
- Femero-acetabular impingement (FAI)
- ITB syndrome or tendon pain
- Treatment following a fracture
- Bursitis
- Rehabilitation after hip surgery
- Hamstring strain or sport injury
Knee
- Arthritis
- Meniscus injury
- Ligament injury (including ACL)
- Knee instability
- Sports injuries
- Knee cap (patella) pain
- Rehabilitation after knee surgery
- Rheumatoid arthritis
Foot & Ankle
- Plantar fasciitis
- Achilles pain
- Arthritis
- Morton's neuroma
- Shin splints
- Running injuries
- Big toe pain
- Rheumatoid arthritis
Longstanding or Other Pains
- Fibromyalgia
- Hypermobility
- Sporting injuries
- Vertigo and balance issues
- Growth plate conditions in teenagers — Osgood-Schlatter, Sever's disease
- Global pain
- Chronic pain
- Inflammatory arthritis pain
- Strengthening and conditioning
- Biomechanics and gait analysis
What to expect
Inside the appointment
- Honest diagnosis and a realistic prognosis at the first appointment
- A written or shared exercise plan, not just verbal instructions
- Clear milestones so you can track progress between sessions
- No pressure to book follow-ups beyond what is clinically needed
Why patients choose it
Key benefits
- Accurate diagnosis of the underlying cause
- Personalised rehabilitation programme
- Pain reduction and improved mobility
- Education and self-management strategies
- Return to sport or activity guidance
Pricing
Clear and itemised
Physiotherapy
Initial Assessment
30 minutes
For problems with a single body area or joint
Initial Assessment
60 minutes
Recommended for complex or long-standing conditions
Follow-up Treatment
30 minutes
Follow-up Treatment
60 minutes
From a patient
What people say
“I saw Connor recently as I was having real problems with cramp, gait and mobility 4 weeks after a total knee replacement, struggling to get upstairs and still needing to use a crutch due to limb stiffness. I had met Connor previously and in my opinion he is a knee guru — what he doesn't know about the knee isn't worth knowing. He assessed me and gave me exercises to do and I am able to walk without a crutch and get up and downstairs. Connor doesn't just assess he also listens, really listens. He is the best physiotherapist I've ever encountered and I highly recommend him.”
Sarah J.
Physiotherapy · November 2025
Other services
Treatments that often work alongside physiotherapy
Take the first step towards feeling better.
Direct access to expert physiotherapy. No GP referral needed. Most major insurers accepted, and same-week appointments are often available.
- 01EnquireA quick form, or call
- 02ConfirmReply within one working day
- 03Assess60-minute initial session