Pain & Mobility Therapy Nelson | Back, Neck & Hip Pain

Pain & Mobility

Understanding your pain.
Treating what we find.
Helping you move more comfortably.

Hands-on therapy, informed by healthcare and rehabilitation experience, to help you feel and move better.

Neck & shoulder pain

Headache

Back & hip pain

Mobility

Pain & Mobility

Pain isn’t always as simple as where it hurts

We start by listening. I’ll ask about where you’re feeling it, how long it’s been there, what may have triggered it, what aggravates it and what helps.

I’ll also want to understand your work, exercise, sitting, lifting and daily activities. Sometimes I’ll look at how you move as well.

This helps build a clearer picture of what’s happening and what may be contributing to it.

The goal isn’t simply to work on where it hurts. It’s to understand the bigger picture and help you move more comfortably and confidently.

Areas of particular experience

Neck, shoulders & headaches

An area of particular experience.

I regularly work with people experiencing neck and shoulder tension, stiffness and headaches.

Treatment looks at the wider area including the upper back, shoulders and neck. I work progressively, allowing the tissue to respond rather than forcing through it.

More about headaches →

Lower back & hips

Lower back and hip problems can affect almost everything. I get consistently good results in this area.

Treatment focuses on the areas that need attention while considering your activities, movement patterns and daily demands.

The treatment is adapted to how your body responds.

Pain, tension & mobility

Sometimes you know something isn’t right, but you’re not sure why.

Hands-on treatment can help address areas of tension and restriction. Where appropriate, I’ll suggest simple exercises to support your progress between treatments.

A treatment approach that responds to you

Every person and every problem is different.
Here’s how we work together.

1. Listen

We start with what you’re experiencing and what you want help with.

2. Explore

I’ll consider the history and behaviour of your pain, along with your work, exercise and everyday activities.

3. Treat

Hands-on therapy is the foundation. I work through the areas that need attention, adapting to your body’s response.

4. Respond

If movement, mobility, stretching or strengthening work is likely to help, I’ll suggest it. Practical additions when they’re relevant to you.

A treatment approach that responds to you

Every person and every problem is different.
Here’s how we work together.

1. Listen

We start with what you’re experiencing and what you want help with.

2. Explore

I’ll consider the history and behaviour of your pain, along with your work, exercise and everyday activities.

3. Treat

Hands-on therapy is the foundation. I work through the areas that need attention, adapting to your body’s response.

4. Respond

If movement, mobility, stretching or strengthening work is likely to help, I’ll suggest it. Practical additions when they’re relevant to you.

Treatment should never be something you have to endure

Experience across healthcare, rehabilitation & hands-on therapy

When further assessment is appropriate

I work towards resistance gradually and allow the tissue to respond. If your body is tensing, that’s important information.

If it feels like too much, it is too much.

Your feedback is part of the treatment.

More than 16 years of hands-on therapy, alongside a background in nursing, rehabilitation and yoga.

This gives a broader perspective when working with pain and movement.

Not every problem is suitable for hands-on therapy. If your symptoms suggest that medical or specialist assessment would be more appropriate, I’ll let you know.

Good treatment means knowing when someone needs a different kind of care.

Treatment should never be something you have to endure

I work towards resistance gradually and allow the tissue to respond. If your body is tensing, that’s important information.

If it feels like too much, it is too much.

Your feedback is part of the treatment.

Experience across healthcare, rehabilitation & hands-on therapy

More than 16 years of hands-on therapy, alongside a background in nursing, rehabilitation and yoga.

This gives a broader perspective when working with pain and movement.

When further assessment is appropriate

Not every problem is suitable for hands-on therapy. If your symptoms suggest that medical or specialist assessment would be more appropriate, I’ll let you know.

Good treatment means knowing when someone needs a different kind of care.

Your first appointment

Your first appointment gives us time to understand what’s going on and begin treatment.

We’ll talk about your symptoms, what may have triggered them, what aggravates or helps them, and how they’re affecting your everyday life.

I’ll use this information to guide treatment and, where appropriate, suggest practical things you can do between appointments.

You don’t need to arrive knowing exactly what’s wrong.

That’s what we’ll work through together.

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   Sophie Neill 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tim is very skilled and is also a very well meaning person. From one massage, he mostly solved an issue in my shoulder that I had been suffering with for months. I really recommend his services.
  
 
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   Nada Voorbij 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Visiting Nelson and needed to get some relief from back pain. I had a massage from Tim who found my sore spots and then some spots I didn’t realise I had. Ready to continue with my holiday without back issues. Thanks Tim
  
 
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   Lynda Hanna 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tim is very good at recognising knots and great at working on them.   I like a firm massage but he happily works to your preference so don't be afraid to let him know that.  He's professional and friendly.  Try him.
  
 
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   suzy garlick 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Have had several massages with Tim and keep going back for more. Tim is professional and creates a warm and inviting environment. Tim adapts to your individual needs and his massages always hit the spot, I find them greatly beneficial. Highly recommended.
  
 
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   Phillipa Shurmer 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Methodical, acurate and controlled. I came off the table getting lighter and taller.  Thank you very much.
  
 
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   Judy Hill 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic treatment today, hit all the right spots! Will be back for sure. Thanks Tim.
  
 
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   Ann Martin 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely outstanding service and results! Tim Young is hands-down one of the best therapeutic massage therapist I have come across. He truly specializes in deep tissue work and pain relief and it shows. Unlike generic massages, Tim takes the time to listen to your specific issues and crafts a treatment that is incredibly effective. He works slowly and thoroughly, finding the exact spots causing chronic tension without rushing the process. The pressure was firm but perfectly adjusted to my comfort level, and I felt immediate release in my neck and lower back that had been tight for months. I left the session feeling not only relaxed but also significantly more mobile. His professionalism, calming demeanor, and practical self-care advice were the icing on the cake. If you are dealing with chronic pain or need serious muscle relief, book an appointment with Tim—you won't regret it! Highly, highly recommended.
  
 
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   Courtney Kenny 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My neck, lower back and hips were so tense and agitated when I went to see Tim. Now the pain has gone, I am sooo relieved. Pressure was perfect! Tim knows exactly what he's doing and is a genuinely nice person. Highly recommend!!!
  
 
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   Bob Hughes 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been treated by Tim for a neck 'injury' three times over about a year. I still have the 'injury' but it is somewhat reduced, however I do not think it is a typical 'injury' and is likely to be an 'emotional' issue and so I am now pursuing a NET/chiropractic approach. This failure to cure my neck is no reflection on Tim who worked persistently and diligently on each visit. I do recommend you give him a try. His understanding of my problem and attempt to resolve it with massage and verbal suggestions was greatly appreciated as was the ambience of his treatment room which was worth the price just to be in there and relax for an hour. Thank you Tim.