York Pain Group

03/04/2026

🌟 Team Spotlight on Dr. Philippa Armstrong

At the York Pain Group, we believe in expert care that looks at the whole person. Leading that mission is Dr. Armstrong, a consultant with a career defined by clinical excellence, compassionate care and a strategic vision for service development.

Her Background:
With elite training from Edinburgh, Oxford, and Bart’s London, Dr. Armstrong has been a consultant since 2006. She has led and established specialist pain services in diverse settings, including Stoke Mandeville and rural Scotland, before becoming the Regional Lead Clinician for NHS pain services in York and the wider North Yorkshire region.

Specialisms:
Dr. Armstrong focuses on helping patients regain function from conditions such as:

- Back and Neck pain
- Musculoskeletal pain
- Multifidus dysfunction
- Neuropathic (nerve) pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndromes (CRPS)
- Cancer-related pain

Advanced Care:
To support long-term rehabilitation, she provides precision treatment including medication management, spinal injections, ultrasound guided injections, radiofrequency ablation, and neuromodulation.

Dr. Armstrong’s approach is simple: combining advanced medical interventions with patient education and expert MDT support to help patients get back to the life they love.

31/03/2026

We’re pleased to offer patients greater flexibility and access to specialist pain care across York.

York Pain Group now delivers both outpatient clinics and interventional pain procedures at:
• Ramsay Clifton Park Hospital
• Nuffield Health York Hospital

This means shorter waiting times, more choice of appointment locations, and seamless care from consultation through to treatment.

Our consultants provides expert assessment and a full range of evidence-based pain interventions in modern, well-equipped facilities.

If you’re struggling with persistent pain and looking for specialist support, we’re here to help.

Find relief today.

www.yorkpaingroup.co.uk/book

📍 York
📅 Appointments available
🔗 Get in touch to learn more or arrange a consultation

07/02/2026

Living with pain doesn’t have to be your “new normal.”

If pain is limiting your sleep, work, or the things you enjoy — you don’t have to just put up with it.

At York Pain Group, you’ll be seen by Consultant Pain Specialists offering:

• Expert assessment
• Clear explanations (no jargon)
• Evidence-based treatments tailored to you
• Rapid access to scans, procedures, and follow-up

We help people with:

✔ Back & neck pain
✔ Sciatica & nerve pain
✔ Joint pain
✔ Persistent pain after surgery
✔ Chronic pain that hasn’t improved elsewhere

📍Based in York
🩺 Consultant-led care
⏱ No waiting times
👉 Take the first step today

Book an appointment or learn more at:
🌐 www.yorkpaingroup.co.uk

(Appointments available for self-pay and insured patients)

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01/02/2026

Dr Soar teaching on novel treatments for low back pain at the 2026 Leicester Masterclass on Interventional Pain Management.

Covering the evidenced based approach to treating multifidus muscle dysfunction with restorative neurostimulation.

York Pain Group
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01/01/2026

York Pain Group at the International Society of Pain and Neuroscience Conference Oct 2025 in London.

Dr Harry Soar and Dr Philippa Armstrong were invited speakers, sharing insights on contemporary pain management, neuroscience, and evidence-based clinical practice. Engagement with international research and expert discussion is central to ensuring our patients benefit from the most up-to-date and effective approaches to pain care.

24/12/2025

York Pain Group provides consultant led treatment for people living with complex, ongoing or severe pain. We focus on improving pain, function and quality of life using personalised care plans.

We specialise in treating:
• Chronic low back pain
• Neck pain and spinal pain
• Sciatica and nerve pain (neuropathic pain)
• Post-surgical pain
• Joint and musculoskeletal pain
• Sacroiliac joint pain
• Complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
• Widespread pain and fibromyalgia
• Persistent pain following injury

Care is delivered by experienced pain management consultants, who can provide advanced medications and interventional treatments.

📍 Based in York
👨‍⚕️ Consultant-led care
🏥 NHS and private patients
📩 Referrals welcome

16/12/2025

York Pain Group consultant Dr Harry Soar explains the role of a pain management consultant and how we help people with significant pain conditions at our new clinic in Ramsay Clifton Park Hospital York.

We offer:

Expert consultant pain assessments

Clear diagnosis and explanation of complex pain conditions

Individualised pain management plans

Medication optimisation

Interventional pain treatments where appropriate

📍 Now seeing insured and self-pay patients in York

▶️ Watch the video to understand your options for specialist pain care

https://youtu.be/IxPpnaAkmy0?si=qdSgyjDof8zsXhel

Hear from Dr Harry Soar on his pain management practice at Clifton Park Hospital, York and what you can expect when you visit him.

09/11/2025

Private Pain Clinic.
Expert assessment. Advanced treatments.
Discover the treatment options for your pain from a Consultant Pain Specialist.

Learn more:
www.yorkpaingroup.co.uk

08/09/2025

Why does my lower back pain go down my leg?

Back pain that travels into the buttock, thigh, or leg is often referred to as sciatica. This happens when the nerves at the bottom of your spine become irritated or compressed — usually by a slipped disc or spinal wear and tear.

Symptoms may include:

Sharp, burning pain down the back of the leg

Numbness, tingling, or weakness

Pain worse when sitting, coughing, or sneezing

Treatment options include:

Physiotherapy and exercises

Pain relieving anti-neuropathic (nerve) medications

Targeted injections (such as epidurals or nerve root blocks) to reduce inflammation and relieve pain

Surgery

👉 At York Pain Group, we offer tailored sciatica treatment plans, helping patients return to normal life more quickly.

www.yorkpaingroup.co.uk

01/09/2025

Private Pain Treatment in Yorkshire | York Pain Group

If you are struggling with ongoing pain and waiting lists feel too long, you might be considering private pain treatment. But what does that involve, and how do you choose the right provider?

At York Pain Group, we offer consultant-led clinics at Ramsay Clifton Park, York and Nuffield Health York Hospital, providing personalised care for patients across Yorkshire. Options may include:

Comprehensive assessment with a consultant in pain medicine. MRI scan or x-ray investigation.

Interventional procedures such as spinal injections, nerve blocks, or radiofrequency ablation.

Medication review to optimise treatment and reduce side effects.

Self-management strategies including physiotherapy, psychology and lifestyle support.

Private treatment can give you faster access and continuity of care that may not always be available through NHS pathways.

👉 If you are considering private pain treatment in York, contact us to discuss your options and arrange an appointment.

https://www.yorkpaingroup.co.uk/faqs

19/08/2025

Living with Long-Term Pain? We Can Help

Chronic pain can feel overwhelming – whether it’s back pain, arthritis, sciatica, nerve pain, or discomfort after surgery. For many people across York, Leeds, Scarborough, Bridlington, Hull and throughout Yorkshire, pain affects sleep, mobility, work, and daily life. But you don’t have to live with it alone.

At York Pain Group, our consultant-led team specialises in understanding and treating long-term pain. We take time to listen, assess the root causes, and create a tailored plan that works for you.

Treatments may include targeted pain relief injections, advanced medications, or minimally invasive procedures. We also focus on improving mobility and quality of life through rehabilitation and lifestyle strategies, giving you practical tools to regain control.

Our goal is not just to reduce pain, but to help you move better, sleep better, and enjoy more of what matters most.

If you’re ready to take the next step, expert help is closer than you think.

👉 If you're living with persistent pain and want expert help without the wait, book a private consultation with York Pain Group today.

13/08/2025

Relief from back and leg pain in Yorkshire.
York Pain Group offer expert, consultant-led assessment and treatment for conditions such as sciatica, nerve pain, lower back pain and pain after surgery. Our personalised care helps you reduce pain, improve mobility, and get back to the activities you enjoy.

Private clinics at Nuffield Health York Hospital and Ramsay Clifton Park Hospital. Book your appointment today at www.yorkpaingroup.co.uk