Basingstoke clinic · RG21 4EB
Neck pain and posture correction at our Basingstoke clinic
Stiff necks, desk posture pain, headaches and trapped nerves treated at our Basing View clinic.
Neck pain that won't shift? Here's what's usually going on
Neck pain is one of the most common reasons people come to see us, at our Basingstoke clinic. You wake up and can't turn your head to check your blind spot on the drive to work. Or there's a dull ache that spreads across to your shoulder blade by mid-afternoon, worse on the days you've spent stuck on video calls.
Our team in Basingstoke pinpoints the root cause of your discomfort as to whether it's muscular, spinal, nerve, or disc related and treats it with expert hands-on therapy and acupuncture. We'll equip you with a short, effective routine of posture correction and exercises to keep pain away for good.
No GP referral is necessary, and we provide both clinic and home visits if you are unable to get to us.
Secure your appointment by booking online or calling/texting 07818 099994.
What is usually going on
Common causes of neck pain and posture correction we treat in Basingstoke
Desk and screen posture
Hours at a laptop or on video calls with the head pushed forward load the muscles and joints at the base of the neck. The ache builds through the day and spreads across the shoulder blades.
Stiff or locked joints
One or two joints in the neck stop moving freely and the muscles around them tighten to protect them. That is the sudden 'I can't turn my head' morning.
Muscle tension and tension headaches
Stress, long drives and poor sleep keep the muscles at the base of the skull and across the shoulders gripping, which often drives headaches.
Disc-related pain
A disc can irritate nearby structures and cause neck pain that sometimes spreads into the shoulder or arm. Most settles without surgery.
Trapped nerve (cervical radiculopathy)
Pain, pins and needles or numbness travelling down one arm from an irritated nerve in the neck.
Whiplash and old injuries
A car accident or fall, recent or years ago, that never fully settled and flares up under stress or strain.
Your first appointment
What the assessment involves
Your first appointment is a 30-minute assessment and treatment. We ask how the pain started, what your day looks like at work and behind the wheel, and whether it spreads into the head, shoulder or arm.
We check how the neck moves, which joints and muscles are involved, the nerves in the arms if there is any arm pain, and how you sit and stand, so we can tell whether the cause is muscular, spinal, nerve or disc related.
Treatment starts the same day, and you leave with a short posture and exercise routine that fits around your work.
Who you will see
Nehal PatelClinical Manager & MSK Specialist · BPT, MCSP, AACP, HCPC registered
Nehal leads the clinical team and specialises in musculoskeletal and spinal conditions. With advanced training in manual therapy, acupuncture and rehabilitation, she builds recovery plans that get people back to work, sport and daily life with confidence.
Meet the whole team →How we treat it
Treatments for neck pain and posture correction at our Basingstoke clinic
Advanced Physiotherapy
Assessment, hands-on treatment and a posture and strengthening routine for the neck and upper back.
Manual Therapy
Gentle joint mobilisation and soft-tissue release for stiff joints and gripping muscles.
Acupuncture
Particularly good for deep muscle tension and headaches coming from the neck.
Clinical Pilates
Physio-led Pilates to build the postural strength that keeps neck pain from returning.
Kinesiology Taping
Posture feedback and support for the upper back while new habits form.
Home Visit Physiotherapy
If the neck is too painful to drive, we can treat you at home.
How long it takes
What recovery looks like
Most everyday neck pain improves noticeably within the first two or three appointments. Nerve-related neck and arm pain usually takes longer, and we will be straight with you about what to expect.
The posture routine and exercises are what stop it coming back, so we keep them short enough to fit into a working day.
When to be seen sooner
Most neck pain and posture correction is a nuisance rather than an emergency. Get seen the same day, by us or your GP, if you have:
- Neck pain after a significant fall, car accident or blow to the head
- Dizziness, double vision, difficulty speaking or swallowing, or unsteadiness with neck pain. Call 999
- Weakness, numbness or pins and needles in both arms or both legs
- Neck stiffness with a severe headache, fever or a rash, or feeling generally unwell. Seek urgent medical help
Google reviews
What patients say about our Basingstoke clinic
“I attended Physipro last week and I can honestly say the acupuncture really helped my early onset arthritis and sports injury. Nehal was so patient and informative, I even learned a couple of exercises to help myself until my next treatment. So, Physipro comes highly recommended!”
“I do use this clinic, very professional service, helpful good advice and after all very warm and friendly atmosphere. I do highly recommend it — if you ever need physiotherapy treatment this is the right address. You will not regret.”
“I came for a session two weeks ago with Nehal at Physipro and she was able to identify what was wrong with my back immediately. Ever since this session and the exercises she has given me to do at home I have seen vast improvements.”
Questions we get asked
Neck pain and posture correction in Basingstoke: your questions
Can a physio help a stiff neck I woke up with?
Yes. A neck that locks overnight usually comes from a stiff joint and protective muscle spasm, and responds well to hands-on treatment and gentle movement. Most people feel a clear difference within a few sessions.
Is my desk causing my neck pain?
It is often a big part of it. We look at your screen height, chair, laptop use and how long you sit, and give you practical changes and a short posture correction routine.
Can neck problems cause headaches?
Yes. Tension in the neck and the base of the skull commonly drives headaches. Treating the neck, often with acupuncture and hands-on therapy, can reduce them.
How much does neck pain treatment cost in Basingstoke?
Initial assessment and treatment is £55 (30 minutes), follow-ups are £45. Home visits are £80 for the first visit and £70 after.
Do I need a scan for neck pain?
Usually not. Most neck pain can be diagnosed and treated without a scan. If we think one would change your treatment, we will tell you and help arrange it.
Medical disclaimer
This page is general information, not a diagnosis. For advice about your own symptoms, book an assessment with a Chartered Physiotherapist.
Also treated at Basingstoke: knee pain, elbow pain, hip pain and rehabilitation, back pain, shoulder pain and rehabilitation.
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