Back and Neck Pain Physiotherapy in Dorset

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Local Physiotherapist — Ewan Mackie, Dorset

Mobile physiotherapist providing home physiotherapy visits across Dorset

Back and neck pain is one of the most common reasons people seek physiotherapy — and one of the most treatable. Home physiotherapy combines hands-on treatment with a practical exercise plan to reduce your pain and get you moving confidently again.

What causes back and neck pain?

Most back and neck pain is mechanical — related to how the joints, muscles and nerves of the spine move and load. It can be triggered by a specific incident, such as lifting or a fall, or build up gradually through posture, desk work, or reduced activity. The good news is that the vast majority of back and neck pain improves with the right assessment, reassurance and exercise.

How physiotherapy helps

Ewan provides back and neck pain programmes at home across Dorset. A typical programme includes:

  • Spinal assessment — posture, movement and a neurological screen to rule out anything serious
  • Manual therapy — joint mobilisations and soft tissue techniques to ease pain and stiffness
  • Exercise programme — core stability, flexibility and progressive strengthening
  • Posture and ergonomic advice — practical changes for work and daily life
  • Pain education — understanding your pain and managing flare-ups with confidence

When to seek help

It is worth arranging an assessment if your pain is persistent, keeps returning, is spreading into an arm or leg, or is stopping you doing the things you need to do. Ewan's NHS experience includes A&E admission avoidance for acute back pain, so he is well placed to assess your symptoms and, where appropriate, reassure you and set a clear plan. Some symptoms — such as loss of bladder or bowel control, or numbness around the saddle area — need urgent medical attention rather than physiotherapy, and Ewan will always advise you if that is the case.

Who we help

  • People across Dorset with acute or long-standing back pain
  • Neck pain sufferers, including cervicogenic headaches and whiplash
  • Those with sciatica or disc-related leg pain
  • Anyone whose posture or desk work is contributing to their pain

Ewan covers Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch, Wimborne Minster and the wider county. For more, see our guide to home physiotherapy in Dorset.

How to book with Ewan

If you would like to arrange a home visit, contact Ewan directly for a free phone enquiry. He can talk through your situation, confirm whether home physiotherapy is appropriate, and agree the best first appointment for your needs.

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Ewan Mackie, Senior MSK & Orthopaedic Physiotherapist

About Ewan Mackie

Ewan Mackie is an HCPC registered Senior MSK & Orthopaedic Physiotherapist providing home visit physiotherapy across Dorset. With experience across NHS and private practice in both primary and secondary care, he specialises in musculoskeletal and orthopaedic rehabilitation, post-operative recovery, sports injuries and sports massage, neurological rehabilitation, and falls prevention.

Read Ewan's profile or contact him on 07340 551703.

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