New Forest Physiotherapy Southampton

27/07/2026

Dry Eye and Arthritis Talk -

19/05/2026

All you need to know about whiplash and neck pain. Experienced Chartered Physiotherapist Adam Smith-Connor of New Forest Physiotherapy Clinic in Marchwood outhampton explains the causes of whiplash, how to reduce its effects in a car crash and how to self treat this painful neck condition with neck exercises and good sleeping neck position.

To purchase a Groove neck pilliow with free deliverey use code P-FPS at the website;
https://groovepillows.co.uk/products/original-groove-pillow

To down load a neck exercise sheet visit;
https://www.newforestphysio.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Whiplash-Neck-Exercises.pdf

To book an appointment with Adam or find out more about his physiotherapy clinic visit;
www.newforestphysio.co.uk

18/05/2026

How to self treat back pain with exercises & stretches - free seminar Tues 2nd June 6pmhttps://mailchi.mp/newforestphysio/anterior-knee-pain-17454448

18/05/2026

How to self treat back pain with exercise & stretches - Free Seminar Tues 2nd June 6pm
Do you suffer from back pain? Perhaps you're not in pain right now but from time to time you get flare ups of back pain. If you want to learn how to effectively manage back pain so that you can continue doing the sports and activites you love without fear of aggrating it, then come along to this free seminar in Marchwood. I will be teaching attendees about why core stability exercises and stretches are so important for managing back pain and improving posture. Attendees will also learn about the Back Pain and Core Stability Class that I run at Marchwood Village Hall every Friday. Free tea, coffee and buscuits for attendees.

To book a place please call the clinic on 023 8008 9120 or to speek to Adam direct call 07500 392321. The seminar location is 40 Kingfisher Way, Marchwood, SO40 4XS (search for New Forest Physiotherapy Clinic on Google / Apple maps).

Please feel free to forward this e mail to anyone you know who suffers from back pain and would benefit from attending this seminar.

I look forward to meeting you there.

Adam Smith-Connor
Chartered Physiotherapist

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09/04/2026

Free Seminar Mon 13th April 6pm - Hip & Knee Arthritis and Joint Replacement Surgery -

04/03/2026

No classes this Friday 6th March as Adam is on a course. Classes resume next week on 13th March-

01/12/2025

Merry Christmas to all our patients - https://mailchi.mp/newforestphysio/merrychristmas

25/11/2025

BACK PAIN
Discogenic back pain is a type of chronic low back pain that originates from a damaged or degenerated intervertebral disc in the spine. It is one of the most common causes of back pain in adults.
Key Features of Discogenic Back Pain
Source of pain: Comes from the intervertebral disc itself (usually the lumbar spine).

Cause: Often due to degeneration, tears, or wear and tear of the disc’s inner structure (annulus fibrosus).
Not caused by nerve compression: Pain can radiate down the back of the leg.

Symptoms
Chronic low back pain (centralized or slightly off to one side)

Worse with:
Sitting or bending forward (which increases disc pressure)
Lifting or twisting

Better with:
Lying down or walking

No significant leg pain, numbness, or weakness (unless there's a separate nerve issue)

Diagnosis
Diagnosis is clinical but often supported by imaging and tests:
X-ray: x-rays only show bones but you can infer disc damage / bulge if the space between vertebrae,which is filled by the disc, is reduced
MRI scan: May show disc degeneration or internal disc disruption.
Rule out other causes such as spinal stenosis and facet joint arthritis.

Causes / Risk Factors
Age: the intervertebral disc is more supple, thick and mobile in younger people, making it more prone to bulging. As we get onlder the disc dehydrates, getting thinner and more solid. This makes it more prone to degeneration but bulges tend to be smaller.
Repetitive stress or injury
Occupational strain (heavy lifting, prolonged sitting)
Smoking (affects disc nutrition)
Genetics (some people are more prone to disc degeneration)

Treatment Options
Physiotherapy - massage, spinal mobilisation, core strengthening, posture correction
Pain management - paracetamol, ibuprofen, muscle relaxants

If in severe pain that doesn't resolve with physiotherapy medical intervention may be neccessary;
Epidural or intradiscal steroid injections
Surgical Options - only if in severe persistent pain
Spinal fusion: To eliminate movement at the painful disc level
Artificial disc replacement: In selected cases

If you are suffering back pain and want free advise call Adam on 07500 392321. To book an appointment call 023 8008 9120. Adams clinic is based in Marchwood.