NHS CAS Back pain
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    CAS Back pain

    A confidential chat to help you manage back pain symptoms and decide the next best step.

    • Help understanding what may be making your back pain worse
    • Advice on safe self-care and day-to-day movement
    • Support choosing suitable pain relief options
    • Clear guidance on when to seek further help
    30 minute appointmentNHS serviceNHS

    Confidential and respectful support

    Talk through your symptoms in a private setting and get advice that feels comfortable and practical.

    Personalised self-care plan

    Leave with clear, realistic steps you can try at home to ease discomfort and support recovery.

    Clear next steps

    If you need further assessment or different help, you will be guided on what to do next.

    The Process

    What this service involves

    You will be asked about your symptoms, how they are affecting you, and what you have already tried. You will receive tailored advice on self-care, staying active safely, and suitable pain relief options where appropriate. You will leave knowing what to do next and how to monitor your symptoms.

    Focused appointment

    A structured conversation that keeps things simple and practical, so you can act on the advice straight away.

    Support for day-to-day life

    Advice is shaped around your work, caring duties, and routine so it is easier to follow.

    Included

    What we provide

    These are the key things you can expect during and after your visit.

    Symptom check and history review

    A careful discussion of your back pain, what triggers it, and how it is impacting sleep, work, and movement.

    Self-care and movement tips

    Simple guidance on positions, gentle activity, and everyday adjustments that may help reduce discomfort.

    Pain relief options explained

    Support choosing suitable pain relief and topical options, including how to use them safely.

    Referral guidance when needed

    If your symptoms are not suitable for this service, you will be advised on the most appropriate next step.

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    Who it's for

    Who this service is for

    Suitable if back pain is affecting your routine and you want clear guidance on what to try and when to seek further help.

    People with a new flare-up

    If your back pain has started recently and you want help understanding safe self-care options.

    People with recurring back pain

    If symptoms come and go and you want a plan to manage future flare-ups confidently.

    People unsure what to try next

    If you have tried rest or simple pain relief and want clearer guidance on the next step.

    FAQs

    Frequently asked questions

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