Back pain is very common - for example 60% of individuals complain of back pain at some point in any two week period. In most sufferers the pain is due to minor injuries. In more severe cases there may be more serious underlying pathology such as a 'slipped' disc. This can cause pressure on the nerve roots resulting in referred pain down the leg – as in sciatica.
The practice and dispensary will close for the Christmas and New Year holiday at 1 pm on Monday 23rd December. Both will reopen at 9 am on Thursday 2nd January 2025.
If you need any repeat medication or remedies to reach you before Christmas, please order no later than Monday 16th December by emailing dispensary@thenaturalpractice.com.
If you need an appointment before the Christmas break please contact the practice on 01962 856310.
A receptionist will check non urgent messages in-between Christmas and New Year.
Please note, The Natural Practice does not run an emergency service. If you have a medical emergency please contact either the emergency services or NHS Direct on 111. Please do not leave any messages requiring action on our Facebook page.
The Natural Practice wishes all our patients a very happy Christmas and a healthy New Year.
Please note that Dr David Owen will retire from practice and The Natural Practice will close down on Monday 31st March 2025 - click here for further information.