BACK PAIN · ST ALBANS
Back pain treatment and rehabilitation in St Albans
If back pain is affecting sleep, work, driving, lifting, exercise or everyday movement,Â
IS THIS RELEVANT TO ME?
When back pain is getting in the way
Sitting, driving or sleep
You do not need to know a diagnosis or treatment name before booking.
Bending, lifting or work
Walking, training or activity
Pain that keeps returning
What the assessment considers
Your story and symptom behaviour
Harrison explains the working clinical impression within Sports Therapy scope and recommends medical review, imaging or another professional when more appropriate.
Movement and strength
Relevant nerve responses where appropriate
Work, daily demands and goals
A plan built around real life
Step 01
Understand â discuss and assess
Step 02
Treat and explain â appropriate hands-on treatment may be combined with clear advice
Step 03
Rehabilitate and review â graded movement, strength and practical next steps are reviewed against meaningful goals
When back pain needs urgent medical advice
Seek urgent medical help for new bladder or bowel changes, numbness around the genitals or bottom, rapidly worsening weakness, pain after a serious accident, or severe symptoms with fever or feeling very unwell. Use NHS 111 for urgent guidance and 999/A&E for an emergency.
Common questions
Practical answers before you book
Tap a question below to reveal the answer.
No. Statera works with everyday adults, active people and older adults. The assessment is built around the movement or activity that matters to you.
Most people do not need a scan before an initial assessment. If your history or findings suggest medical review or imaging may be more appropriate, Harrison will explain the next step.
Wear comfortable clothing you can move in. Shorts or a vest can help where appropriate, but the assessment can be adapted and consent and comfort come first.
This depends on the problem, your goals and how you respond. After the initial assessment Harrison will explain the recommendation clearly, without pressure to overbook.
No. Statera works with people of different ages and activity levels. The assessment is built around the movement or activity that matters to you.
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Clinically reviewed by Harrison Chan, Sports Therapist â 14 October 2026.
Start with a 60-minute Initial MSK Assessment â £70
YOUR NEXT STEP
This is the correct first appointment for a new pain problem or if you are unsure what to book.