Workplace & Office Injury Physiotherapy
Workplace and office injury physiotherapy tackles the postural strain, repetitive strain and manual-handling injuries caused by modern work — easing your pain and giving you the practical changes needed to stop it returning, at our Marple clinic.

Introduction
Modern work takes a toll on the body. Hours at a desk, repetitive tasks, prolonged driving and manual handling all place sustained, often invisible loads on your muscles and joints — and over time that load becomes pain, stiffness and injury.
At Complete Recovery Physiotherapy in Marple, we help people whose work is hurting them — from office workers with postural neck and back pain, to drivers with stiff hips and lumbar strain, to manual workers recovering from lifting and handling injuries. We don't just treat the pain; we help you understand and change the work habits causing it, so the problem doesn't simply return on Monday morning.

Common Symptoms
- Neck, shoulder or upper back pain from desk work
- Lower back ache that worsens through the working day
- Wrist, forearm or hand pain from repetitive tasks
- Tension headaches building up during or after work
- Stiffness and aching from prolonged driving
- Pain from a specific lifting or handling incident at work
- Discomfort that eases at weekends and returns at work
- Numbness or tingling from sustained postures
Common Causes
- Poor desk setup and prolonged sitting posture
- Repetitive typing, clicking or manual tasks
- Heavy or awkward lifting, pushing and pulling
- Prolonged driving with poor lumbar support
- Working on laptops, tablets and phones ('tech neck')
- Inadequate breaks and sustained static postures
- Stress and tension held in the muscles
- Weakness in postural and core stabilising muscles
Who Physiotherapy Can Help
We work with people across every kind of working environment — office and remote workers, drivers, manual and trade workers, healthcare and warehouse staff, and people who split their time between desk and physical tasks. If your work is causing or aggravating your pain, this service is for you.
It's equally relevant whether you have acute pain from a specific incident at work, or a gradually-building ache from months or years of postural strain. We can also support return-to-work planning after a more serious injury, helping you resume your role safely and confidently.
Ready to Start Your Workplace & Office Injury Physiotherapy Treatment?
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Your Assessment
Your assessment goes beyond the painful area. We take a detailed history of your symptoms and your work — what you do, how you do it, your setup and your daily routine — then assess your movement, posture, strength and the specific tissues causing your pain.
Understanding your work is essential, because your pain has a context. We may ask about your desk, your equipment, your driving position or your lifting technique, so our advice is genuinely practical and relevant to your real working day, not generic guidance that doesn't fit your life.
Your Treatment Plan
We combine hands-on treatment to settle your pain with practical workplace changes and a strengthening programme that builds resilience into your body. The aim is lasting relief, not a quick fix that fades by Friday.
Settle & Understand
Hands-on treatment eases your pain while we assess your work setup and identify the habits and postures driving it.
Treat & Advise
Manual therapy and targeted advice address both your symptoms and your work environment — desk setup, posture, breaks and technique.
Strengthen & Support
We build strength in the postural and core muscles that support your body through the working day, reducing strain.
Sustain & Prevent
Simple habits, exercises and tweaks to your routine keep you comfortable long-term and prevent the problem returning.
Treatment Techniques
Expected Recovery
Many work-related aches ease noticeably within 2–4 sessions once we address both the pain and its cause. Longer-standing postural pain or repetitive strain typically improves steadily over 4–6 weeks as your body strengthens and your work habits change.
The most important factor for lasting relief is consistency — both with your exercises and with the workplace changes we recommend. We'll give you realistic, practical adjustments you can actually implement, so your improvement continues beyond the treatment room and into your working week.
Everything You Need to Know Before Booking
No GP referral needed. Direct access appointments available — often same-day or within a few days.
What Happens at Your First Appointment
Your first session is a 45-minute comprehensive assessment. We start by listening — understanding your symptoms, your history, and what you want to get back to. We then carry out a thorough hands-on physical examination to identify the root cause of your problem. You'll receive a clear explanation of what's going on, a personalised treatment plan, and hands-on treatment begins in that very first session. You leave knowing exactly what's wrong, what we'll do about it, and how long recovery will take.
What Should I Wear?
Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing that allows easy access to the area we're treating. For knee, hip, or leg problems, shorts are ideal. For shoulder, neck, or back issues, a loose top or vest works well. You'll never be asked to undress beyond what's necessary for examination and treatment, and you'll always be treated with dignity and respect in our private treatment room.
How Many Sessions Will I Need?
This depends on your condition, how long you've had it, and your goals. Many patients feel significant improvement within 3–6 sessions. Acute injuries often resolve faster, while long-standing or complex conditions may need more. We'll give you a clear treatment timeline at your first appointment — and we only ever recommend sessions you genuinely need. Our goal is to get you independent and pain-free as quickly as possible, not to keep you coming back.
Can I Claim Through Insurance?
Yes. We are recognised by most major health insurance providers including AXA, Vitality, Bupa, WPA, and Healix. We can bill your insurer directly so you don't need to pay upfront — simply bring your insurance authorisation number to your appointment. If you're not sure whether you're covered, call us and we'll help you check before you book.
Treated by a Qualified, Experienced Professional

Rob Wood
Head Physio & Clinic Owner
Meet Rob, founder of Complete Recovery Physiotherapy in Marple.
Workplace & Office Injury Physiotherapy Frequently Asked Questions
Why Choose Complete Recovery Physiotherapy?
We Treat the Cause, Not Just the Pain
Your pain has a work context. We understand it and help you change it, so relief lasts beyond the treatment room.
Practical Ergonomic Advice
Real, tailored changes to your desk, driving position or lifting technique — not generic tips that don't fit your actual work.
Hands-On Every Session
Manual therapy to ease your pain in every appointment, combined with strengthening and advice to prevent it returning.
Manual & Office Workers Welcome
From desk workers to drivers to manual trades, we tailor treatment to the specific demands of your role.
Return-to-Work Support
If you've had a more serious injury, we support a safe, graded return to your full duties with clear milestones.
Flexible Appointments
Early morning, evening and Saturday slots in Marple fit around your working day, with online booking 24/7.
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Back Pain
Back pain is one of the most common problems we treat at Complete Recovery Physio in Marple. Whether you're struggling with acute lower back pain, sciatica, upper back tension, disc-related issues, or chronic stiffness, our experienced physiotherapists can help you find lasting relief and regain confidence in your movement.
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Neck Pain
Neck pain is one of the most common issues we treat at Complete Recovery Physio in Marple. Whether you're dealing with acute neck stiffness, tension headaches, whiplash, trapped nerves, postural pain from desk work, or long-standing chronic neck problems, our experienced physiotherapists can help you find real, lasting relief.
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At Complete Recovery Physio, everything we do is built around high-quality physiotherapy. Whether you're recovering from an injury, dealing with ongoing pain, or looking to move more freely, we're here to support you.
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Manual therapy is the hands-on heart of physiotherapy — skilled joint mobilisation, soft tissue release and manipulation that reduces pain, restores movement and helps your body move freely again, delivered by experienced physiotherapists in Marple.
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Exercise Rehabilitation
Exercise rehabilitation is the structured, progressive programme that rebuilds your strength, movement and confidence after injury or surgery — turning short-term relief into lasting recovery, guided by physiotherapists at our Marple clinic.
Learn MoreDon't Let Pain Hold You Back
Expert, hands-on physiotherapy in Marple. Free parking. Same-day and short-notice appointments often available.
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