Discover the Way to Say Goodbye to Back or Hip Pain and Stiffness—No Painkillers, No Surgery, No Long GP Waits!
- Maybe you’re a grandparent who wants to keep up with your growing family, but your back or hip is incredibly stiff?
- Or possibly you have a painful back from working at a desk all day?
- And what about all that salsa dancing you’ve been loving, but has left you leg due to a sore hip?
- Did you find that you’re peri–menopausal and you now have a painful hip that is stopping you from sleeping?
It’s easy to shrug off that nagging discomfort, telling yourself it’s nothing serious. Maybe you think you just “slept funny,” or that it’s a common ache that “everyone” your age deals with. But when the stiffness or twinges don’t seem to go away, it can leave you wondering why it’s sticking around in the first place.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. We hear these stories all the time at Balanced Bodies, and the good news is, there’s usually a way to move past it.
We know (from our own experiences) that they can seriously cramp your style and stop you from doing the things you love! And there is nothing worse than watching your world slowly reduce down to nothing.
We’ve all had that hope—that one morning we’ll wake up and, as if by magic, the hip or back pain will be gone. But fast forward six months, and the pain is still there—often worse than when it first started.
If this sounds familiar then who do you trust to help you?
There are so many options available now. Do you see an Osteopath? A Physiotherapist? A Chiropractor? A Masseuse? A Reflexologist? Someone for acupuncture? Or cupping? Or dry needling? Reiki? It is so confusing….
And if you do get to the doctors, how often are you told “take these painkillers” and “come back in a few months if it hasn’t gone away after resting“?
And often you’re told to stop doing the things you love – leaving you afraid to move for fear of more pain.
Why is this happening to you now?
Why does back or hip pain stick around longer than it should? It’s easy to get confused by all the mixed advice out there. Everyone has an opinion, but not all of it is reliable.
You might think your back or hip pain started from lifting something heavy or sleeping in a bad position. But often, it’s the result of years of poor posture, which weakens your body. The lifting or awkward sleeping is then just the final straw.
Without the right guidance, hip or back pain can be hard to understand. Many people end up accepting it as a normal part of life—when it doesn’t have to be.
Still Struggling with Hip or Back Pain? Here Are Some Reasons It Could Be Lingering:
- You’ve been to the doctor several times, only to hear the same advice: “Rest and take painkillers.”
- A well-meaning friend told you that “aches and pains are just part of getting older.”
- You’ve been put on a months-long NHS waiting list to see a physio, only to be given generic exercises that didn’t ease the pain.
- You thought the pain would disappear on its own—but it didn’t.
- You tried some exercises you found online, but they either didn’t help or made things worse.
- You were “re-aligned” by another therapist to help but the pain kept coming back.
- You’re living off of maintenance treatments to keep you functional but you’re nervous of over reliance on a therapist.
- Resting didn’t help, it just made the pain area even more stiff and uncomfortable.
- You’re worried about the impact taking painkillers long term has on your health.
If any of these sound familiar, we’d love to help. The good news is, trying these things means you’re one step closer to finding what actually works: You’ve tried everything that doesn’t work!
Book a complimentary call with one of our expert Graduate Sports Therapist.
On the call, we’ll offer practical advice tailored to your situation—no strings attached. Our aim is to help you make the right decision about your next step so there’s no hard sell!
What people think of our support
Back Operation Recovery
Following a back operation last year, I was still experiencing some ongoing issues so I referred myself to Joanna in the hope that she would be able to help me. I have to say she has been amazing. Not only am I attending her classes, but she has given me so much individual support throughout the whole time since I had my first 121. I would have no qualms in recommending Joanna to anyone be it for mobility, strengthening or injury, she shows a real empathy with her clients and always goes the extra mile. By way of example, following a treatment I was struggling, she talked me through exercises I can use to ensure I don't suffer from the same issue moving forward, she also checked up on me throughout that weekend just to make sure I was improving, that shows real dedication to the wellbeing of her clients. She is truly amazing at her job and as a person and I can't thank her enough for the help she has given and continues to give me.
Janette, July 2021
A Solution from Long Term Lower Back Pain
I've suffered with lower back pain and inflexibility for around two decades. I previously tried several therapies including physiotherapy, chiropractic medicine, standard pilates classes, and bespoke gym training routines. None were as effective as the rehab and clinical pilates offered by Joanna. She really tailors her approach according to your particular needs, and offers continuous ongoing support and informed advice. Very highly recommended.
Adrian, Feb 2024
Recovery From Back Pain
I started seeing Joanna when my back went during lockdown, for virtual 1-1's and her online Pilates classes. Her friendly approach, detailed knowledge and focus on finding the best ways to support my own recovery journey really helped get me from hardly being able to move to now moving freely and back to normal. I would highly recommend Joanna's services.
Vicky, July 2021
I don't have an injury but something doesn't feel right - can you help?
Definitely! We love to help people before they get injured, because if we can save you experiencing pain and injury, for us the world is a better place!
If you want to share your story, then we are here to listen – no commitment at all, just the chance to find out how we might be able to help you!
Will it hurt?
We try to do everything possible to make things stop hurting for you. However sometimes, pain is unavoidable when you are in acute pain.
So we make a promise to every client: we explain what we want to do, show you what we want to, demonstrate it on the good side (if there is a good side) so that you are fully informed and consenting each and every time!
Are you a Masseuse, Physiotherapist, Chiropractor or Osteopath?
Definitely not!
Joanna is a Graduate Sports Therapist by education.
BUT we are all Rehabilitation Therapists! We all access the same sort of tools, techniques and tests to assess and then treat our patients. We are just different flavours on a very broad spectrum.
Ultimately, your decision should be based on your goals, objectives and communication style / preferences. You need a cheerleader shouting for your success at every stage!
Is there a quick fix for my back / neck / hip / shoulder pain?
We can use treatments like massage and manual therapy to access your body’s own amazing pain killing systems, but we aren’t going to lie to you: Proper injury rehabilitation takes commitment and hard work on your behalf.
It often takes months and years for someone to descend into injury, so it takes time to unpick the issues and strengthen to correct.
We will be there every step of the way and we won’t bring you in for unnecessary treatments or keep you coming back for more than you need.
Our goal is to rehab you once, do it right and send you on your way!
I can't afford 1:2:1 work - how else can you help?
We appreciate that not everyone has spare funds aside for this sort of support but please do get in touch and have a chat.
We will do everything we can to help you out, what ever your budget.