Hazel Mellers heads up our spinal unit working alongside the other physiotherapists in the clinic. We can assess any spinal complaint to identify likely causes such as muscle, disc, nerves, ligaments etc and provide appropriate treatment depending on those findings. The techniques selected vary according to the structures injured but could include joint mobilising, manipulation, traction, core strengthening or other exercise. In conjunction with this we can offer advice on general back care, posture and long term preventative management. If necessary we can recommend and refer clients for a specialist orthopaedic opinion, MRI scans or other investigation.