Exercise and pain management

Exercise and activity play an important role in pain management.

Persistent pain can lead to inactivity or avoidance of movement, which can itself lead to further disability. Physiotherapists are movement experts who will support you with physical goal setting and explore the role of activity and exercise as part of your pain management toolkit.

Useful resources

Personal exercise diary: this will help you understand more about pain and exercise, assist in monitoring your exercise, help identify physical triggers for your pain, and help map progress with your health and strength.
Fitness Studio exercise videos - NHS (www.nhs.uk): instructor-led exercise videos, including aerobic exercises, strength and resistance training, pilates, and yoga.

Update for visitors

Visiting restrictions are in place at our hospitals to stop the spread of norovirus. These restrictions will be in place until further notice.

The following wards are closed to visitors:

All wards at York Hospital

Coronary Care at Scarborough Hospital

There are four exceptions only to the restrictions. These are:

For patients who are receiving end of life care

Paediatric patients (babies and children)

Maternity care

The family carers of those with dementia

We understand these restrictions can be difficult when a loved one is unwell. The restrictions will be reviewed daily and lifted as soon as it is safe. Thank you for your understanding as we try to reduce the spread of norovirus in our hospitals.