Conditions We Treat
Whether you're struggling with back pain, neck pain, a sports injury, or recovering from surgery, our experienced physiotherapists can help you find the root cause and build a clear path to recovery.
Find Your Problem
Select a body area to jump straight to the conditions we treat there.
Back & Spine
Neck and back pain, sciatica and disc problems.
Back Pain
Back pain is one of the most common problems we treat at Complete Recovery Physio in Marple.
Learn More🦴Neck Pain
Neck pain is one of the most common issues we treat at Complete Recovery Physio in Marple.
Learn More🦴Sciatica
Sciatica is nerve pain that radiates from your lower back down through your buttock and leg, often with pins and needles or numbness.
Learn More🦴Low Back Pain
Low back pain is extremely common and usually responds well to the right physiotherapy.
Learn More🦴Disc Injury
A disc injury — sometimes called a slipped or herniated disc — can cause back and leg pain when it presses on a nerve.
Learn More🦴Whiplash
Whiplash is a neck injury from a sudden jolt, often a car accident, causing pain and stiffness.
Learn More🦴Cervicogenic Headaches
Cervicogenic headaches start in the neck and refer pain to the head, often with stiffness.
Learn MoreShoulder & Arm
Shoulder, elbow and arm pain and stiffness.
Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain affects reaching, lifting, sleeping and sport.
Learn More💪Rotator Cuff Pain
Rotator cuff pain comes from the group of muscles and tendons that stabilise and move your shoulder.
Learn More💪Frozen Shoulder
Frozen shoulder causes progressive stiffness and pain that severely limits arm movement.
Learn More💪Shoulder Impingement
Shoulder impingement is the painful pinching of tendons and the bursa when you lift your arm.
Learn More💪Tennis Elbow
Tennis elbow is a painful tendon problem on the outer elbow, usually caused by overuse rather than tennis.
Learn More💪Golfers Elbow
Golfers elbow is a tendon problem on the inner elbow causing pain with gripping, bending the wrist or throwing.
Learn More💪Repetitive Strain Injury
Repetitive strain injury (RSI) causes pain from repeated movements, often in the arm, wrist or elbow.
Learn MoreHip & Groin
Hip, groin and buttock pain and stiffness.
Hip Pain
Hip pain can come from the joint, the tendons, the muscles or the back — and the right treatment depends on the exact source.
Learn More🦵Hip Arthritis
Hip arthritis causes stiffness, aching and reduced movement that worsens over time.
Learn More🦵Greater Trochanteric Pain Syndrome
Greater trochanteric pain syndrome causes aching on the outside of the hip, often from the gluteal tendons.
Learn More🦵Gluteal Tendinopathy
Gluteal tendinopathy is a tendon problem causing pain on the outside of the hip, often from running or lying on the side.
Learn More🦵Piriformis Syndrome
Piriformis syndrome causes buttock and leg pain when a tight muscle compresses the sciatic nerve.
Learn More🦵Groin Strain
A groin strain is a tear of the muscles on the inner thigh, usually from kicking, twisting or changing direction.
Learn MoreKnee
Knee pain, ligament and cartilage injuries.
Knee Pain
Knee pain can come from the joint, tendons, ligaments or cartilage — and the right treatment depends on the exact source.
Learn More🦿Knee Arthritis
Knee arthritis causes stiffness, aching and reduced movement that worsens over time.
Learn More🦿Patellofemoral Pain
Patellofemoral pain — often called runner's knee — causes aching at the front of the knee, especially with stairs, squatting and running.
Learn More🦿Meniscus Injury
A meniscus injury is a tear of the shock-absorbing cartilage in your knee, often causing pain, swelling, clicking or locking.
Learn More🦿ACL Rehabilitation
ACL rehabilitation is the structured, phased recovery that rebuilds your knee after an ACL injury or reconstruction — restoring stability, strength and confidence for a safe return to sport, at our Marple clinic.
Learn More🦿MCL Injury
An MCL injury is a sprain or tear of the ligament on the inner knee, often from a knock or twist.
Learn More🦿IT Band Syndrome
IT band syndrome causes sharp pain on the outside of the knee, usually during running.
Learn MoreFoot & Ankle
Heel, foot, ankle and lower-leg pain.
Achilles Tendinopathy
Achilles tendinopathy causes pain and stiffness in the tendon at the back of the heel, often worst in the morning or after running.
Learn More👣Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar fasciitis causes sharp heel pain, often worst with the first steps in the morning.
Learn More👣Heel Pain
Heel pain is common and usually comes from the plantar fascia or Achilles tendon.
Learn More👣Ankle Sprain
An ankle sprain is a stretch or tear of the ligaments, usually on the outside of the ankle.
Learn More👣Ankle Pain
Ankle pain can come from a sprain, a tendon, the joint or referred from elsewhere.
Learn More👣Calf Strain
A calf strain is a tear of the calf muscle, usually from running or sudden acceleration.
Learn More👣Shin Splints
Shin splints cause aching pain along the inner shin, usually during or after running.
Learn MoreSports Injuries
Strains, ligament and overuse injuries in sport.
Hamstring Strain
A hamstring strain is a tear of the muscles at the back of the thigh, usually from sprinting or sudden acceleration.
Learn More⚽Running Injuries
Running injuries affect the knee, hip, leg and foot, usually from training errors or biomechanics.
Learn More⚽Ligament Injuries
A ligament injury is a sprain or tear of the tough bands connecting your bones, usually in the knee, ankle or wrist.
Learn More⚽Sports Injuries
Sports injuries range from acute strains and sprains to overuse problems.
Learn MoreNeurological & Balance
Dizziness, balance and falls.
Dizziness
Ongoing dizziness and unsteadiness often come from the vestibular system.
Learn More🧠Balance Issues
Balance problems cause unsteadiness and increase fall risk, often from the vestibular system, ageing or weakness.
Learn More🧠Falls Prevention
Falls are common and serious in older adults, but largely preventable.
Learn MoreArthritis & Chronic Pain
Arthritis, tendon and chronic pain problems.
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis causes joint stiffness, aching and reduced movement.
Learn More🩺Bursitis
Bursitis is inflammation of the small fluid-filled sacs that cushion your joints, causing pain and swelling.
Learn More🩺Tendinopathy
Tendinopathy is a painful tendon condition caused by overuse, affecting tendons throughout the body.
Learn More🩺Post-Surgical Stiffness
Stiffness and pain after surgery can hold back your recovery.
Learn MoreUnderstanding Your Condition
Each condition page provides a detailed guide to help you understand what's happening, why it might have started, and exactly how our physiotherapy can help. We cover common symptoms, typical causes, who is most likely to be affected, what to expect during your assessment, how we approach treatment, and what your recovery timeline might look like.
We believe that understanding your condition is the first step to overcoming it. When you know what's causing your pain and what the recovery process looks like, you're in a much better position to take control of your health and get back to the activities you enjoy.
If you're not sure which condition best describes your symptoms, don't worry — book an assessment and we'll carry out a thorough evaluation to identify the exact cause of your pain and build a personalised treatment plan for you.
When to Seek Help
- Pain that persists beyond a few days without improvement
- Pain that's getting worse rather than better
- Difficulty with daily activities, work or sport
- Pain that keeps coming back despite rest
- Stiffness, weakness or reduced movement
- Numbness, tingling or radiating pain into the arms or legs
Why Early Treatment Matters
- Faster recovery — the earlier you start, the quicker you heal
- Lower risk of the problem becoming chronic
- Less time off work, sport and daily activities
- Reduced need for medication, scans or surgery
- Better long-term outcomes and fewer recurrences
- A clear plan and peace of mind from day one
Why Choose Complete Recovery Physiotherapy?
Root Cause Diagnosis
We identify the exact source of your pain, not just the general area — so treatment targets the real problem.
Detailed Condition Pages
Each condition page explains symptoms, causes, assessment, treatment, and recovery in clear, plain language.
Hands-On Treatment
Every session includes expert manual therapy alongside targeted rehab — not just a sheet of exercises.
Same Physio Every Time
You see the same therapist throughout your recovery, ensuring continuity and personalised care.
No GP Referral Needed
Book directly with us and save time — we'll refer for imaging or GP review only if genuinely needed.
Free Parking in Marple
Easy access at Bowden Hall with free parking right at the door.
Ready to Start Your Recovery?
Book your assessment today and take the first step towards a pain-free, active life. Free parking at our Marple clinic.