Lower Back Pain Treatment
Lower back pain treatment starts with understanding your symptoms, movement, and what may be contributing to your discomfort.
About this condition
Lower back pain affects most people at some point in their lives. It can range from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp sensation that makes movement difficult. Most cases are mechanical - meaning they stem from how the spine, muscles, and joints interact - rather than from a serious underlying condition. With the right treatment, the vast majority of people recover well.
Depending on your symptoms and assessment, suitable care may include Osteopathy, Chiropractic or Sports Therapy. Your practitioner will explain which option is appropriate and when another healthcare professional or further assessment may be needed.
Common symptoms
- Dull or aching pain in the lower back
- Pain that worsens when sitting or standing for long periods
- Stiffness first thing in the morning
- Pain that radiates into the buttocks or upper legs
- Muscle spasm or tightness
Who should I see?
Our specialists who are best placed to help with lower back pain.
Osteopaths are highly experienced in diagnosing and treating lower back pain. Using hands-on techniques including soft tissue work, joint mobilisation, and manipulation, they address not just the site of pain but the underlying mechanical cause - whether that's a stiff hip, poor pelvic alignment, or overloaded spinal joints.
Book OsteopathyChiropractors focus on spinal function and the nervous system. If your lower back pain involves restricted spinal segments or referred nerve irritation, chiropractic adjustments can restore movement quickly and effectively.
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Sports Therapy
Physiotherapy is not currently available at SoCo Therapies. Our sports therapists may be able to help with assessment, hands-on treatment, and rehabilitation for many musculoskeletal concerns, and will advise if another form of care is more appropriate.
Ready to get help?
Not sure which specialist is right for you? Our free 15-minute consultation is the perfect starting point - we'll listen and point you in the right direction.
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