Back Pain Solutions - St Albans

Joe S.

I reached out to Adam as I’ve been struggling with a bad back for almost 10 years due to an old gym injury. Throughout that time have seen a few different osteopaths and chiropractors with mixed results. Things had gotten really bad towards the end of last year and I was desperate just for some relief… I honestly thought my back was beyond being fixed and I would just be happy for some pain relief.

Before seeing me Adam recommended that if I had an osteopath I was already working with who had achieved some success, that I should continue to see them. I didn’t so we went ahead but that level of integrity and ethical practice impressed me a lot and was much appreciated.

Adam was able to quickly establish the problem with my back and laid out a plan to not just ease my pain but make my back healthy and strong again so I could enjoy going to the gym, sports etc. I honestly thought it sounded to good to be true but Adam seemed very confident and I trusted him. He also set a clear goal and end date to my treatment which no other osteopath I’ve seen before has done.

Throughout our time together he worked his magic in clinic but also gave me plenty of stuff to do at home and stressed how important these exercises were to my recovery and that it was a team effort. By the last session my back felt better than it had done since I originally injured it, it’s not an exaggeration to say it felt brand new! But more importantly I felt equipped to keep it healthy and out of pain going forwards even without regularly seeing Adam which was priceless and filled me with confidence.

Overall I cannot recommend Adam highly enough. He is a true professional, his enthusiasm and passion for what he does is infectious and he is clearly at the cutting edge of his industry in terms of the science and literature!

Charlie D.

After experiencing neck pain and headaches for years after a car accident, I finally decided to go to a professional and came across Adam online.
Without sounding too dramatic he really has changed my life, I can now spend entire days out without feeling uncomfortable and I’m back in the gym with no pain at all. I really couldn’t recommend Adam enough, he’s so friendly but also makes sure he’s thorough when targeting the pain and made a personalised plan which worked with my lifestyle which I greatly appreciate.
If anyone is on the fence about getting professional help for any pains like I was, I would say 100% go to Adam - it’s definitely worth it.

didier O.

I came across Adam after ensuring 15 months of lumbar disc herniation related discomfort and accompanying neuroplasticity. I had previously had medical interventions like steroid injections in my spine, and a radio frequency ablation in my SI Joint. The medics were telling me that structurally I was fine, but I was still experiencing discomfort , stiffness and a fear of movement. Adam was listed in a directory of practitioners of pain reprocessing therapy, based in St Albans’s. He had good reviews and so Infigured I would give him a try. From day one I was impressed - Adam’s approach is balanced. His view was that a combination of hands on therapy, PRT and movement would be the antidote. 10 sessions later and I am running for an hour on the treadmill, waking up in the morning without neck pain, and really just living a more normal life. There are no miracles out there, but there are a lot of snake oil salesmen selling dreamstondrsperstenbacknpain sufferers. Adam is a very steady hand who will help guide you closer to what your true healing and capability is, as long as you are willing to commit the time.

Andrew W.

I contacted Adam about my back problem which I have had for many years and wanted to try and get a proper 'fix' for, rather than continue with treatment on a piecemeal basis when it really flared up as I had been doing.
His practice is very close to where I live in St Albans and I settled on having a course of five treatments across five weeks.
These sessions have improved flexibility and resilience for me and offered a better understanding of what my back is doing and how to manage it in the future.

Kevin D.

Adam recently helped to diagnose and treat a back problem I had (sciatica /piriformis syndrome).
The problem had been ongoing for more than a year without resolving having tried different approaches.
He is extremely knowledgeable in the area of back pain. His approach is both very methodical and caring. He really takes the time to understand the issues to be able to recommend the best course of treatment and which exercises are likely to work best.
My back pain has now fully resolved and I would absolutely recommend Adam for any similar issues.

Keith F.

I am 45 yrs old and suffered with lower back pain for the last 20 years with the odd annual flare up some last from 2 days to 2 weeks. More recently in 2024 I suffered a period of chronic stress resulting in my lower back going into spasm every second week. As I recovered from stress, my lower back pain continued and it got progressively worse.

I was recommended to read a book by Dr Sarno then another by Alan Gordon as my back issues were suspected to be neuro plastic pain. This was a new concept to me however the more I read the more I made the link between mind and body symptoms. I monitored my symptoms and started somatic tracking and came to the conclusion what I was experiencing was neuro plastic pain. I read the books and followed the guidance but only had temporary relief using somatic tracking.

I knew I needed more to aid my recovery and found a PRT (Pain reprocessing Therapy) therapist. My therapist sign posted to new content and gave some good advice but again, no substantial progress. By June 2025, my back was locked with minimal movement in any direction and it was causing havoc in my life.

I persevered with somatic tracking and knew there was something missing. I needed that helping hand to guide me through the process. This was when I found Adam Sealey who is an Osteopath trained in PRT based in St Albans. It was a 45 min drive for me but willing to travel to get me fixed! After two sessions, my lower back was unlocked, no way perfect but from 9/10 spasms, I went down to 6/10 which for me was a big step forward.

Adam’s knowledge on PRT is excellent, he has the ability to perform movements with my back using somatic tracking techniques to reduce the fear cycle. It took some time to trust the process but once I did, I had faith in his ability to help me.

During my time with Adam, I had a 10/10 flare up due to a family event and the stress I put on myself, this was good for Adam to see first hand. In that session with Adam, there was no hands on, it was an hour or somatic tracking exercises. I went in 10/10 and left 4/10. It was one of those moments in your life that you need to experience to believe. My nervous system was on high alert sending out danger signals but with Adams guidance, I began to relax into the sensations which lowered the danger signals and reduced the spasm. To see this in real time was amazing. As the weeks progressed, I made small gains, sometimes three steps forward and two back but nevertheless, I was making gains.

Having an understanding of the limbic system helps, flight / flight / freeze and how our brains can be stuck in a hyper vigilant state due to either chronic stress / daily stressors or an old injury etc.

I’ve completed 10 sessions as it took some time for my brain to reduce the fear sensation of certain movements with my back. Adam gave me various exercises to activate the problem muscles and at the same time sending messages of safety to my brain through somatic tracking. I finally feel I’m getting my life back and now have the tools to keep moving forward. I have my daily stretches / exercises to strengthen not only the muscle but the neuro link in my brain to build resilience. I am forever grateful for Adams professionalism and guidance through these sessions.

Nidhi M.

I came to see Adam in St Albans for lower back pain which I had been experiencing for a few years now. I went to see many physios and doctors who couldn’t really help me in controlling the pain but Adam was super helpful and his treatment plan really helped me in learning pain management but also fixing the problem for good! During our weekly sessions he helped stretch and massage the area affected and gave me super helpful exercises to do at home which where super easy to schedule in to my daily routine! I also appreciate he never tried to upsell me and was honest about how many sessions I would need. Adam has been super helpful and positive which had a really positive knock on effect on me so I’d like to thank him very much and would highly recommend!!

Kane R.

I came to Adam in St Albans for help with my persistent back problems. At 27, I had been struggling with back pain for years. Despite multiple visits to the NHS and various private treatments costing me thousands, nothing provided lasting relief. I was on the verge of giving up, living in constant pain and irritation.

From my very first call with Adam, I felt a glimmer of hope. He listens intently to every word, aiming to understand your condition thoroughly. My girlfriend and I were blown away by our first visit. Adam's detailed approach included diagrams on his laptop, explaining each muscle and pinpointing exactly what was wrong with me—something no one else had done.

The treatments included back massages, joint adjustments and much more, and not once did I feel like they were causing any additional problems. I walked out of there every week feeling better than the week before. Even with setbacks like falling at work or being on my feet for 12 hours causing my back to flare up, he knew exactly how to calm it down.

Initially, Adam could barely touch my back without causing pain. Now, as we near the end of his treatment plan, he can massage my back as hard as he wants without me even flinching. He consistently provided expert advice and recommended stretches to do between sessions.

Getting to know Adam over the past 10 weeks has been a pleasure. He is friendly, polite, respectful, and genuinely cares about his patients. Thanks to Adam, I've regained a part of my life that I thought was lost. Thank you for everything!