Back Pain & Spinal Health Assessment

This package is ideal for anyone looking to understand their spinal health, whether you are experiencing long-standing back or neck pain, struggling with posture-related issues from desk work or training, or simply want a proactive assessment to support movement, performance, and overall wellbeing.

It’s also useful for people who have had ongoing symptoms without a clear diagnosis, or for those looking to proactively assess spine health.

After booking, you’ll receive a pre-appointment questionnaire by email to share details about your health, lifestyle, and symptoms. Your first appointment is a brief call with one of our consultants to review your answers and ensure the package is tailored to your needs.

Once your package is confirmed, our team will schedule a convenient time for your imaging and in-clinic tests, which are usually completed in a single visit.

- Pre-appointment questionnaire - to help us understand your current health and symptoms

- Whole-spine MRI (cervical, thoracic & lumbar spine, sacrum, and sacroiliac joints)

- Targeted blood panel to assess inflammation, bone, and muscle health

- Hume Pod body composition analysis to give insight into muscle, fat, and bone mass

- Follow-up consultation with a specialist radiologist to discuss any findings and help guide your path forwards with personalised next steps.

Albumin – A blood protein that reflects liver health, nutrition, and healing capacity

Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) – An enzyme that rises when liver cells are stressed or damaged

Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP) – Linked to bone activity and bile flow in the liver

Apolipoprotein A-I – A protective protein in “good” HDL cholesterol

Apolipoprotein B – Reflects the number of cholesterol particles that can clog arteries

Apolipoprotein B / A-I Ratio – Shows the balance between harmful and protective cholesterol

Apolipoprotein CIII – Influences how fats (triglycerides) are processed in the blood

Apolipoprotein E – Helps transport fats and influences cardiovascular risk

Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) – An enzyme linked to liver and muscle health

Calcium (Adjusted) – Essential for strong bones, muscles, and nerve signalling

Cardiac Risk Score – An overall estimate of heart disease risk based on multiple markers

Chloride – An electrolyte important for fluid balance and digestion

Cholesterol / HDL Ratio – A simple indicator of heart disease risk

Creatinine – A waste product used to assess kidney function

C-Reactive Protein (CRP) – Indicates inflammation or infection in the body

C-Peptide – Shows how much insulin your pancreas is producing

Cystatin C – A sensitive marker of early kidney function changes

eGFR – Estimates how well the kidneys filter blood

Eosinophil Count – Often raised in allergies, asthma, or immune reactions

Ferritin – Measures stored iron and can rise with inflammation

Free Thyroxine (FT4) – The main circulating thyroid hormone

Free Tri-iodothyronine (FT3) – The active thyroid hormone that affects metabolism

Gamma-glutamyl Transferase (GGT) – Reflects liver health and oxidative stress

Glucose – Your current blood sugar level

HbA1c – Average blood sugar control over the past 2–3 months

HDL Cholesterol – “Good” cholesterol that helps remove excess fat from arteries

High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein (hs-CRP) – Detects low-grade inflammation linked to chronic disease

Insulin – A hormone that controls blood sugar levels

Iron – Needed to make red blood cells and carry oxygen

LDL Cholesterol – “Bad” cholesterol that contributes to artery plaque

Leptin – A hormone that regulates appetite, fat storage, and inflammation

Lipoprotein (a) – A genetically inherited risk factor for heart disease

Lymphocyte Count – Immune cells involved in long-term and viral immunity

Magnesium – Important for muscle relaxation, nerves, and energy production

Mean Cell Haemoglobin (MCH) – Amount of haemoglobin in each red blood cell

Mean Cell Haemoglobin Concentration (MCHC) – Concentration of haemoglobin in red blood cells

Mean Cell Volume (MCV) – Average size of red blood cells

Monocyte Count – Immune cells linked to chronic inflammation and repair

Neutrophil Count – Immune cells that respond to infection and inflammation

Phosphate – Works with calcium to support bones and energy use

Platelet Count – Helps blood clot and prevents bleeding

Potassium – Essential for heart rhythm, muscle contraction, and nerve signals

Red Blood Cell Count – Number of oxygen-carrying cells in the blood

Small LDL Cholesterol – A more harmful form of LDL that penetrates artery walls easily

Sodium – Regulates fluid balance and nerve function

Total Bilirubin – A waste product processed by the liver

Total Cholesterol – Overall cholesterol level in the blood

Transferrin – The protein that transports iron in the blood

Transferrin Saturation – Shows how much transferrin is filled with iron

Triglycerides – Blood fats linked to diet, metabolism, and heart risk

Urea – A waste product reflecting kidney function and protein metabolism

Uric Acid – A waste product linked to gout, joint pain, and metabolic health

Vitamin D – Supports bone strength, muscle function, and immune health

White Blood Cell Count – Overall indicator of immune system activity

Once your MRI report and blood test results are finalised, you’ll receive a comprehensive Back Pain & Spinal Health Report combining all findings. You can review this in detail with a consultant during your follow-up call for complete clarity, either online or in-person.

If needed, we can also share your report directly via email with your NHS or private GP, or a physiotherapist of your choice.

You should seek medical advice if you experience:

- Severe or worsening back or neck pain

- Pain radiating into your arms, legs, or buttocks

- Numbness, tingling, or weakness in your limbs

- Loss of bladder or bowel control

- Persistent pain that doesn’t improve with rest or conservative measures

Even if your symptoms are less severe, it’s worth consulting a doctor if pain is long-standing, affecting posture, daily activities, or sleep.