Back Pain

Back pain is a very common issue that affect most people at some point in their lives.

Physiotherapy input at Body Alliance starts with a thorough assessment to identify the cause of your symptoms. This will help develop a treatment plan, which can involve hands on therapy, including massage and other manual techniques to help mobilise your spine. Some of our physiotherapist might use dry needling or cupping to help manage pain. The treatment you receive will depend on what we find during the session and what you can tolerate.

Being active and walking is the most effective treatment for back pain. If your pain is acute, you will be given gentle exercises to help you return to moving with less pain.

Eventually your exercises will be progressed until you are strong enough to return to your usual routine in terms of exercise and activity levels.

At a later stage we work towards preventing further episodes. This can be done by addressing any weakness, tightness, postural and biomechanical issues that might be contributing towards the pressure on the spine and muscles surrounding it.

Some common causes of back pain include:

Muscle Strain: Overuse, poor posture, or lifting heavy objects improperly can strain the muscles and ligaments in the back.

Herniated Disc: The soft, gel-like centre of a spinal disc may protrude and irritate the nerves nearby.

Osteoarthritis: degenerative changes of the spine’s facet joints can lead to pain and stiffness.

Sciatica: Compression or irritation of the sciatic nerve, often causing pain radiating down the leg.

Spinal Stenosis: Narrowing of the spinal canal, putting pressure on the spinal cord and nerves.

Scoliosis: Abnormal curvature of the spine, which can lead to discomfort.

Musculoskeletal Issues: Conditions like fibromyalgia or myofascial pain syndrome can contribute to chronic back pain.

Lifestyle factors, such as lack of exercise, obesity, and poor ergonomics, can also play a role.

Management often involves rest, physical therapy, medications, and in some cases, surgical intervention.

It’s crucial to consult with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan based on the specific cause of the back pain.

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