Pain Management sessions in Bradford and online

“Many people get anxious about back pain, especially when it doesn’t get better as fast as they expect. Stress can aggravate and prolong pain. You cannot always avoid stress, but you can learn to reduce its effects by controlled breathing, muscle relaxation and mental calming techniques.”

 – The Back Book by Martin Roland et al.

In recent years, our understanding of pain, and how it manifests in the body and mind has developed rapidly. We now understand that pain isn’t simply a response to a physical pathology, but that our minds and bodies are interconnected, meaning that our emotional wellbeing can have a huge impact on a person’s experience of pain in the whole system.  

Movement is a powerful tool to help break the pain cycle, not only for symptom relief but healing too. It is normal to feel anxiety around the idea of moving when in pain which is why seeking out support and advice can be really helpful.

A whole body approach to pain management

Our approach combines gentle movement with relaxation and mindfulness techniques in a friendly group or 1-1 setting.

Sessions include research proven Dru yoga back -care and wellbeing practices, with RYC® core strength and mobility exercises. They are suitable for most people with chronic pain, arthritis, fibromyalgia or MSK conditions and are specifically designed to help people manage their pain and improve their overall wellbeing.

Currently we have funded weekly sessions available:

  • Monday 7:30-8:30pm on zoom
  • Tuesday 10-11am on zoom
  • Tuesday 1:15pm-2:15pm at Forest Cottage, Cousin Lane, Illingworth, HX2 8AD
  • Wednesday 9:30-10:30am or 11am-12pm at Clayton Village Hall, Clayton, Bradford

These sessions have some funding for those that need it (no questions will be asked). This is done on a trust basis so we ask that you only use the option that you need. When the funding runs out we will no longer be able to offer subsidised places and the cost will be £7.50 per session.

For those that are able, a four-week subsidised pass can be purchased at the following discretionary tiered rates:

  • £37.50 for 4 weeks (£7.50 per week + buy a week for someone else)
  • £30 for 4 weeks (£7.50 per week)
  • £20 per month   (£5 per week)
  • £12 per month   (£3 per week)
  • Free Pass

Purchasing any of the above passes supports the sustainability of these sessions and will allow them to continue beyond the scope of the initial funding award. If you would like to book an online session click here or to book the Tuesday or Wednesday in person sessions email feelbetter@active-eat.co.uk

Please note Ovenden has a different funding structure through Active Calderdale and there are free places and a Pay-As-You-Feel model.

Alternatively, I offer bespoke private sessions via Zoom. These are priced at £65 for a one-off session, or a block of five sessions for £275.

To find out more about these sessions, and if they are right for you, please Contact me

Testimonials

“Jenny is a brilliant and inclusive teacher; it is an essential part of my week not only for movement but for my ability to cope with physical issues and mental health” Pain Management Group participant

“Feedback from my doctor yesterday- very happy with my progress, said they noticed immediately a significant improvement in the way I’m moving – feels surgery is definitely not a sensible option now” James, 1-1 client with back issues who was facing surgery.