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Thank you for offering the class, it has been invaluable

Posted By KB599

"Thank you for offering the class, it has been invaluable"

About: Bideford Hospital / Therapies

(as a service user),

I was invited to take part in the gym class at Bideford hospital to help with lower back pain that I've been struggling with for over 2 years. Alice and Emma ran the groups and were absolutely brilliant. They were full of helpful information, support and encouragement. The exercises were well thought out and they were so helpful in modifying them if they were agitating my back. After completing the course I'm in the least pain I've been in over 2 years after trying all things like painkillers from the doctor, massage, heat etc.

Thank you for offering the class. It has been invaluable.  

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Response from Sam Dudley, Team Lead Physiotherapist (Northern Services), MSK Physiotherapy (Northern Services), Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust 4 days ago
Sam Dudley
Team Lead Physiotherapist (Northern Services), MSK Physiotherapy (Northern Services),
Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Submitted on 16/10/2025 at 16:27
Published on Care Opinion at 16:27

Hi KB599,

Thank you so much for your detailed feedback. I'm glad the class has benefited you so much and the physio's approach was supportive and flexible. I will be sure to feedback to Alice and Emma about your kind words.

I would also say well done to you! Managing long term pain can be really challenging but it sounds like you are reaping the rewards of your hard work.

Good luck with your continued pain management and thanks again,

Sam

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