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Back and neck exercises

The following apps for back exercises have been reviewed. These apps are best used under the guidance of your physiotherapist or doctor.

App	Features	Clinical review
Physitrack and PhysiApp apps	Physitrack and PhysiApp are companion apps for home exercises. Physitrack is the clinician portal and PhysiApp is the patient portal. Telehealth Remote prescription and access of exercises Video instruction of exercises Read more about Physitrack and PhysiApp apps
SpineWise	An app to help prevent and treat back and neck pain. Guided workouts Exercise videos Available from Google Play and App Store Cost: $4.99 (NZ) Read more about SpineWise
PocketPhysio	An app for anybody wanting to prepare for and recover from hip, knee, hand or foot surgery. Education and information Videos Available from Google Play Cost: free Read more about PocketPhysio
Musculoskeletal (MSK) Self-Care app	An app to provide information for the self-management of back, neck, all upper limb and all lower limb joint pain or stiffness. Education and information Videos Available from the App Store Cost: free Read more about Musculoskeletal (MSK) Self-Care app
Back to Action app	An app with an exercise programme for people with ankylosing spondylitis (AS). Exercises Education and information Available from Google Play Cost: free Read more about Back to Action app
PT Timer	Timer and counter app for physical therapy to keep track of your exercise and assist you by counting reps and sets. Counter Diary and tracking Available from App store Cost: Paid (Free 1 week trial) Read more about PT Timer

Pain management apps: Apps that can support you to manage your pain. Some apps provide education while some have a pain diary for you to keep track of your symptoms. Read more about pain management apps.
Sleep apps: Some help you track your sleep habits, similar to a sleep diary, and help you develop good sleep routines, while others try to assist you to fall asleep by using calming visual graphics and relaxing music. Read more about sleep apps.
Breathing, meditation and mindfulness apps: These apps teach you about breathing, meditation and mindfulness techniques. This can help reduce tension, stress and anxiety. Read more about breathing, meditation and mindfulness apps.