Injury Assessment

What your Injury Assessment covers

A practical check to narrow down the likely source of discomfort and guide your next steps.

• Brief injury and health history, including how it started and what makes it better or worse
• Observation of posture and movement patterns linked to your symptoms
• Simple range-of-motion checks to identify restricted or painful directions
• Strength and control testing where appropriate to the area involved
• Hands-on palpation to assess tenderness, tightness, and tissue sensitivity
• Screening questions for red flags that may need GP or urgent care
• Clear summary of findings in plain language, with immediate self-care guidance
• Recommended next step, which may include targeted treatment, a rehab plan, or referral

Injury Assessment appointments for aches, strains and recurring niggles

This appointment is a good fit if you have pain that is limiting day-to-day tasks, exercise, or sleep, or if a previous problem keeps returning. It is commonly used for areas such as neck and shoulders, upper and lower back, hips, knees, ankles, wrists, and elbows. If you are unsure whether your symptoms are injury-related, an assessment can help you decide the safest route forward.

How the 30-minute Injury Assessment runs

The session starts with a short conversation about your symptoms, activity levels, and any previous injuries. You will then be guided through specific movements and tests linked to the painful area, followed by hands-on checking where needed. You will finish with a clear plan: what to avoid for now, what to keep doing, and what would be most useful next.

After your Injury Assessment: next steps you can act on

You will leave knowing the priority actions for the next few days and weeks, not just a list of possibilities. If treatment is appropriate, you will be advised on the most suitable option and how many sessions may be realistic. If your symptoms suggest you need medical input, you will be guided on when to contact a pharmacist, GP, or urgent care.

An Injury Assessment does not provide a medical diagnosis, but it can help you make informed decisions about care and recovery.