If your back is sore, it’s understandable to want a massage and some relief. At The Recovery Room, we start by finding out what’s changed and what you want to do more comfortably. We can then explain whether hands-on treatment makes sense as part of your plan.
When should you get medical help first?
Your initial assessment
Call 999 or go to A&E for back pain after a serious accident, back pain with chest pain, or back pain with new weakness, tingling or numbness in both legs. Loss of feeling around your genitals or anus, new problems controlling your bladder or bowels, and new changes to sexual sensation or function also need emergency help. Call NHS 111 if pain starts suddenly and is severe, worsens quickly, or comes with fever or feeling unwell.
What happens when you come in?
We’ll ask about the start of your pain, your health history and how the pain affects your day. Tell us if symptoms travel into a leg or if anything feels weak or numb. We’ll explain any movements or checks before doing them, ask for consent and give you time to ask questions. Wear clothes you can move in comfortably.
Where does massage fit?
Hands-on treatment may be an option if it suits you. We’ll talk through what it’s intended to help with and check you’re comfortable throughout. We also agree how to get back to the movements you need, whether that’s sitting through a commute, lifting at work or going for a walk.
What can you do between visits?
For routine back pain, the NHS encourages staying active where you can. Try breaking a difficult task into shorter spells or varying your position if that makes it easier. We can help you decide what to practise and how to adjust if symptoms flare.
Treatment and consent
Book a back pain assessment
If back pain keeps coming back or is limiting your day, book an assessment with us in Southampton. We’ll talk through what matters to you and agree the next step together.
Book a back pain assessment
