Area involved · Low back pain
3D anatomical model: Male Full Body Ecorche by Diego Luján García, licensed under CC BY 4.0 (colours changed).
What is it
Low back pain is one of the most common conditions of all. In the vast majority of cases it is not caused by serious damage: the pain is real, often influenced by load, prolonged postures, stress, sleep and activity levels.
What can cause it
- Overload or sudden movements
- Sedentary lifestyle and long hours sitting
- Disc herniation or bulge, with or without sciatica
- Reduced trunk strength and endurance
- Factors such as stress, fatigue and fear of movement
How we treat it
- Assessment to rule out red flags and understand what keeps the pain going
- Manual therapy to reduce pain and improve mobility
- Progressive exercise for strength, control and confidence in movement
- Education on what to do (and what you don't need to avoid) in daily life
What to expect
From the first sessions the goal is to reduce pain and move with more confidence. The programme then focuses on making your back stronger and more resilient to limit relapses.
How to prevent it
- Move often during the day
- Train strength and endurance regularly
- Increase load gradually
- Look after sleep and recovery
Do I need rehabilitation?
If pain lasts more than a few days, keeps coming back or limits work and sport, an assessment is recommended. Tingling or loss of strength in the legs should be assessed promptly.
This page is for information only and does not replace an individual clinical assessment.