Understanding Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain can be influenced by movement habits, workload, strength and recovery.

A physiotherapy assessment helps identify contributing factors and creates a progressive plan tailored to the individual.

Why lower back pain happens

Long sitting, poor posture, heavy lifting or weak muscles can all cause back pain. Often several causes act together.

When to see a clinician

Seek advice if pain does not ease within days, if you notice numbness or leg weakness, or if bladder or bowel control changes.

How physiotherapy helps

A therapist first assesses your movement and pain pattern, then plans manual therapy, exercise and posture correction.

What you can do at home

Avoid long sitting, walk regularly, and keep up the exercises your therapist shows you.