Service overview
Back pain can arise from a variety of causes, including poor posture, muscle strain, joint issues, or underlying medical conditions. Our physiotherapy service focuses on understanding the root cause of your pain, assessing your movement and strength, and creating a treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Whether your pain is acute or long-standing, the goal is to reduce discomfort, restore function, and support long-term spinal health. Treatment is personalised to help you return to daily activities, work, and leisure safely and effectively.
Types of Back Pain
Acute Back Pain – sudden onset, often from injury or strain.
Chronic Back Pain – persistent pain lasting longer than three months.
Mechanical Back Pain – pain caused by movement, posture, or spinal structures.
Radicular Pain / Sciatica – pain radiating from the spine into the leg or arm due to nerve irritation.
Postural or Muscle-Related Pain – caused by weak or imbalanced muscles and poor posture habits.
Pain Relief
Interventions to reduce discomfort and move comfortably.
Improved Function
Rehabilitation programmes restore strength, flexibility, and spinal stability.
Long-Term Prevention
Education and posture guidance to prevent recurrence.
What to expect?
Initial Assessment
Your physiotherapist will discuss your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and goals. They will assess your posture, movement, strength, and flexibility to identify contributing factors to your back pain.
Examination & Findings
A physical examination will pinpoint the source of your discomfort and highlight any underlying issues, such as muscle imbalances or poor movement patterns. The findings will be explained clearly and practically.
Personalised Treatment Plan
Based on the assessment, a tailored plan will be developed, which may include manual therapy, exercise rehabilitation, movement retraining, or advice on posture and ergonomics. Progress will be monitored, and adjustments made as needed.
Treatments available
Your physiotherapist will start with a detailed discussion of your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and activity levels. A physical examination follows, assessing posture, flexibility, strength, and movement patterns to identify the underlying causes of your pain.
If further investigation is needed, your physiotherapist may recommend referrals for imaging (X-ray, MRI) or other specialists to ensure a comprehensive approach to your care. Findings and next steps are explained clearly so you understand your condition and treatment options.