BACK PAIN PHYSIOTHERAPY

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people come to see us — and one of the most misunderstood. It can come from poor movement patterns, muscle tension, joint stiffness, a specific injury, or simply too much sitting. In most cases, it's very treatable once we understand what's actually driving it.

Common Causes We See

• Muscle strain or tension, often from lifting, posture, or overuse
• Joint stiffness in the lower back
• Sciatica (nerve-related pain — see our dedicated sciatica page)
• Degenerative changes such as disc or joint wear
• Prolonged sitting or desk-based work

How Physiotherapy Can Help

Treatment starts with a full assessment to understand your movement, posture, and the pattern of your pain — not a generic protocol. From there, most treatment plans combine hands-on manual therapy to ease stiffness and pain, and a tailored exercise programme to build strength and control so the problem is less likely to return. Sports massage can be a useful addition where muscle tension is a significant factor. Other treatments, such as dry needling, may be used alongside this if your physiotherapist thinks it will help — but exercise and manual therapy remain the foundation of treatment for the vast majority of back pain.