Conditions We Treat
Support for the way you move.
Pain, injury and changes in mobility can affect the activities that matter to you. At Above & Beyond, your assessment is the starting point for an individual rehabilitation plan. Contact our New Kingston team to discuss your needs.
Back Pain
Support for daily movement, strength and activity when back pain affects your routine.
Possible causes
Back pain may follow a muscle strain or relate to other conditions. Often, the exact cause is not clear. Assessment helps determine the appropriate next step.
Symptoms and daily life
Pain may limit bending, lifting, sitting or daily activity. Tell your therapist when it started and which movements are difficult.
When to seek help
Discuss back pain with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of back pain on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Your plan may include movement practice, strengthening, education and suitable hands-on treatment, with activity built around your goals.
Medical review and referrals
Further medical review may be recommended if your symptoms or assessment suggest that other care is needed. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
Should I stop all activity?
Advice depends on your symptoms and assessment. Ask your therapist how to adapt activity and which exercises are suitable for you.
Neck Pain
Discuss neck discomfort and movement limitations with the team, including the demands of work and daily life.
Possible causes
Neck pain may relate to an awkward sleeping position, prolonged desk posture, a nerve problem or injury. These are possible explanations, not a diagnosis.
Symptoms and daily life
Pain or stiffness can make turning your head difficult. Tell a health professional about accompanying tingling, numbness or arm symptoms.
When to seek help
Discuss neck pain with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of neck pain on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Assessment may guide neck movement exercises, advice about daily activity and suitable hands-on techniques.
Medical review and referrals
Further medical review may be recommended if your symptoms or assessment suggest that other care is needed. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
Can work habits affect my neck?
Staying in one position for a long time may contribute to neck discomfort. Discuss your desk setup and work routine during your assessment.
Shoulder Pain
Assessment and rehabilitation support for reaching, lifting and shoulder movement.
Possible causes
Shoulder pain can relate to tendon or joint problems, arthritis, stiffness or an injury. A professional assessment is needed to understand the cause.
Symptoms and daily life
Pain, stiffness or difficulty lifting your arm can affect dressing, reaching and carrying. Sudden severe pain or inability to move the arm needs prompt medical attention.
When to seek help
Discuss shoulder pain with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of shoulder pain on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Your therapist may assess reaching and shoulder movement, then select exercises and activity guidance for your needs.
Medical review and referrals
Further medical review may be recommended if your symptoms or assessment suggest that other care is needed. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
Is every shoulder problem treated the same way?
No. Treatment depends on the cause, your assessment and the activities you want to return to.
Knee Pain
Movement-focused support for walking, stairs and the activities that put demands on your knees.
Possible causes
Knee pain may follow twisting, overuse or injury, or relate to joint conditions such as arthritis. Symptoms alone cannot confirm the cause.
Symptoms and daily life
Pain, stiffness, swelling or instability may affect walking, stairs or sport. A knee that cannot bear weight or is severely swollen requires urgent medical assessment.
When to seek help
Discuss knee pain with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of knee pain on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Rehabilitation may focus on knee movement, strength, stability and a gradual return to the tasks that matter to you.
Medical review and referrals
Further medical review may be recommended if your symptoms or assessment suggest that other care is needed. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
Can rehabilitation help me return to sport?
Discuss the movements and demands of your sport. Your therapist will assess your needs and plan progression based on your response.
Hip Pain
Discuss hip discomfort and its effect on walking, balance and everyday activity.
Possible causes
Hip pain may relate to injury, tendon or surrounding soft-tissue problems, or arthritis. There are several possible causes, so avoid self-diagnosis.
Symptoms and daily life
Pain or stiffness may affect walking, sleep or daily movement. Severe pain after a fall or inability to walk needs emergency medical attention.
When to seek help
Discuss hip pain with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of hip pain on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Assessment can guide hip mobility, strengthening and walking-related exercise, adapted to the cause and your goals.
Medical review and referrals
Further medical review may be recommended if your symptoms or assessment suggest that other care is needed. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
When should I get my hip checked?
Seek professional advice when pain persists, worsens, returns repeatedly or interferes with normal activity or sleep.
Sports Injuries
Rehabilitation focused on the movement, strength and activity demands of your sport.
Possible causes
Sports injuries can include sprains and strains after twisting, overstretching or repeated physical demands. Some injuries need medical investigation before rehabilitation.
Symptoms and daily life
Pain, tenderness, swelling, bruising or weakness may make the injured area difficult to use normally.
When to seek help
Discuss sports injuries with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of sports injuries on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Your plan may include movement, strength and stability work, followed by progression towards the specific demands of your sport.
Medical review and referrals
Further medical review may be recommended if your symptoms or assessment suggest that other care is needed. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
When can I return to training?
There is no single timetable for every injury. Your therapist will discuss your sport, recovery stage and response to rehabilitation.
Arthritis & Joint Problems
Individual support for joint movement and managing the demands of daily activities.
Possible causes
Arthritis includes different joint conditions. Osteoarthritis involves changes to joint cartilage; other forms have different causes and may require medical management.
Symptoms and daily life
Joint pain, stiffness, swelling or difficulty moving can affect daily tasks. Persistent symptoms should be medically assessed to confirm the diagnosis.
When to seek help
Discuss arthritis & joint problems with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of arthritis & joint problems on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Individual exercise, movement education and activity guidance may support function. Water-based rehabilitation may be considered where appropriate.
Medical review and referrals
Further medical review may be recommended if your symptoms or assessment suggest that other care is needed. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
Does rehabilitation cure arthritis?
Rehabilitation does not promise a cure. It aims to support movement, strength and everyday function alongside appropriate medical care.
Post-Surgical Conditions
Rehabilitation planned around your procedure, recovery stage and the guidance of your surgical team.
Possible causes
Rehabilitation needs depend on the operation and the reason it was performed. Your surgical team's instructions guide which movements and loads are appropriate.
Symptoms and daily life
Discuss changes in movement, strength and daily function after surgery. Report unexpected or worsening symptoms to your surgical team.
When to seek help
Discuss post-surgical conditions with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of post-surgical conditions on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Treatment may include progressive exercise, mobility and stability work, adapted to your procedure and recovery stage.
Medical review and referrals
Bring your surgical team's rehabilitation instructions and discuss any unexpected or worsening symptoms with them. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
What should I bring after surgery?
Bring available discharge or rehabilitation instructions and ask the clinic about sharing relevant surgical information directly. Do not send medical records through the general enquiry form.
Neurological & Stroke Conditions
Rehabilitation support for movement and function, based on your needs and care plan.
Possible causes
Neurological conditions, including stroke, can change movement and function in different ways. Rehabilitation should reflect the diagnosis and the wider healthcare plan.
Symptoms and daily life
Changes in strength, coordination, balance or mobility may affect everyday independence. New, sudden neurological symptoms require emergency medical attention.
When to seek help
Discuss neurological & stroke conditions with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of neurological & stroke conditions on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Individual movement practice, strengthening and balance work may form part of rehabilitation, with goals agreed with you and your care team.
Medical review and referrals
Discuss your existing diagnosis and care plan with the team. New, sudden neurological symptoms require emergency medical attention. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
Is recovery the same for everyone after stroke?
No. Recovery and rehabilitation needs vary. The plan should account for how the stroke has affected you and the goals you are working towards.
Balance & Mobility Problems
Assessment of the movement tasks that affect your confidence and independence.
Possible causes
Balance problems may relate to muscle weakness, neurological or joint conditions, medicines, or eyesight and hearing changes. Medical review may be needed alongside rehabilitation.
Symptoms and daily life
Unsteadiness, falls or difficulty standing and walking can affect confidence and independence. Tell the team about recent falls and changes in mobility.
When to seek help
Discuss balance & mobility problems with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of balance & mobility problems on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Assessment may guide strength, balance and movement practice. Your therapist may recommend further review where another cause needs attention.
Medical review and referrals
Further medical review may be recommended if your symptoms or assessment suggest that other care is needed. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
Should I mention a fall even if I can still walk?
Yes. Falls and changes in balance are useful information for your assessment. Seek prompt medical help if you may have been injured.
Workplace Injuries
Discuss the physical demands of your work and the movements that are difficult after an injury.
Possible causes
Workplace concerns can follow an injury or repeated movement demands. Repetitive strain can affect areas such as the shoulders, forearms, wrists and hands.
Symptoms and daily life
Pain, stiffness, weakness, swelling or tingling may make work tasks difficult. Symptoms that persist or worsen need professional assessment.
When to seek help
Discuss workplace injuries with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of workplace injuries on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Discuss your job's physical demands. Exercise, movement guidance and suitable activity adjustments may form part of a return-to-work plan.
Medical review and referrals
Further medical review may be recommended if your symptoms or assessment suggest that other care is needed. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
Can I discuss how I work during my appointment?
Yes. Tell your therapist about repeated tasks, lifting and positions that are difficult. This helps make your rehabilitation goals practical.
Chronic Pain
A conversation about how ongoing pain affects your movement, activity and goals.
Possible causes
Ongoing pain can have different contributing factors and may require coordinated care. Discuss any existing diagnosis, previous treatment and changes in your symptoms privately with the team.
Symptoms and daily life
Persistent pain can affect activity, sleep and confidence in movement. Explain how it affects your daily life and which activities matter most to you.
When to seek help
Discuss chronic pain with a health professional when symptoms persist, worsen or affect your normal activities. Follow any urgent-care guidance above. Sudden severe symptoms or a serious injury need urgent medical care; this enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Your assessment
Tell your therapist about the impact of chronic pain on your daily life, when the problem started and what you want to return to doing. Your assessment may include relevant movement, strength, balance and function checks. The findings guide the treatment options discussed with you.
How rehabilitation may help
Your plan may combine education, gradual activity, movement and strengthening, with progress reviewed against your individual goals.
Medical review and referrals
Further medical review may be recommended if your symptoms or assessment suggest that other care is needed. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Do not upload medical records through the general enquiry form.
Will I be given the same exercises as everyone else?
No. Your therapist will select and adapt exercises according to your assessment, needs and response to treatment.
Your assessment comes first.
The team will discuss your concerns, assess your movement, explain the findings and agree on next steps with you. Treatment and home exercises depend on your assessment. Where appropriate, the team may recommend further medical review. This website provides general information and does not diagnose your condition.
When to seek help
Arrange professional advice when symptoms persist, worsen or limit your usual activities. For severe sudden symptoms, serious injury or new sudden neurological changes, seek urgent medical care. The website enquiry form is not an emergency service.
Assessment, exercise and referrals
Your therapist will discuss your concerns and check relevant movement, strength, balance and function. Exercises and treatment approaches are selected for you and reviewed as you progress. Ask the clinic whether a doctor’s referral is needed for your visit or insurance. Bring relevant instructions from your medical or surgical team.