SCREEN
Identify concerns that may require medical assessment, investigation or referral.
SPINE & PAIN REHABILITATION
Understand pain.
Restore meaningful movement.
Consider how symptoms relate to movement, everyday demands, sleep and recovery while working towards the activities that matter to you.
Discuss an assessmentHOW WE THINK
Imaging findings and pain do not always correspond one-to-one. We consider relevant risks, movement and function, everyday load, recovery and personal goals rather than relying on a single structure or scan to explain the whole picture.
WHO IT IS FOR
Understand the question,
then choose the approach.
- Recurring neck, shoulder, back or joint symptoms
- Discomfort associated with sitting, work or everyday activity
- Stiffness, weakness, restricted movement or concern about movement
- Persistent symptoms that affect function despite reassuring imaging
A CLEAR PATH
UNDERSTAND
Review symptoms, function, daily demands and recovery to form a clinical hypothesis.
PROGRESS
Agree on appropriate activities and progressively adjust movement and load in response to reassessment.
PROCESS, REASSESSMENT & EVIDENCE
A clear process.
Progress reviewed over time.
Rehabilitation is a process that should be explained, reviewed and adapted as relevant findings change.
01Risk screening before exercise progression02A functional view beyond imaging alone03Changes guided by symptoms, goals and reassessmentAbout REPULI and its professional work
FAQ · COMMON QUESTIONS
Questions worth
answering clearly.
Do I need an imaging scan first?
Not every painful condition requires immediate imaging. Whether an investigation is appropriate depends on the history, examination and relevant risk factors.
Is rehabilitation only core exercise?
No. The plan depends on the main limitations and may involve strength, mobility, endurance, coordination, load management and education.
What is usually included in an initial assessment?
It commonly includes a discussion of your history and goals, physical and movement examination, relevant functional measures, an explanation of the findings and a staged plan. The exact assessment is adapted to the individual.
How many rehabilitation visits will I need?
There is no fixed number that suits everyone. The condition, how long it has been present, everyday demands, recovery, training and personal goals all matter. Progress is reviewed and the plan adjusted over time.
What should I bring to an appointment?
If available, bring relevant imaging and reports, surgical records, medical guidance and any support you use. Wear clothing that allows you to move comfortably. You can still contact the team if you do not have these documents.
What approaches may be used?
Depending on the assessment, care may include exercise therapy, task practice, load adjustment, education and appropriate physiotherapy. The method serves the goal; the same intervention is not assumed for everyone.
REPULI · EVIDENCE-INFORMED REHABILITATION