Physiotherapy for Back Pain in Bayswater

This is a very extensive list but can range:

• Muscle or ligament strain

• Degenerative changes in the spine

• Herniated (slipped) discs

• Arthritis

• Spinal fracture- osteoporosis

• Joint locking

Extended bed rest is generally not recommended. Most people recover faster by remaining as active as possible within their pain limits. Regular exercise can strengthen the muscles supporting the spine, improve flexibility, and reduce the risk of future episodes. Walking, swimming, and core-strengthening exercises are commonly prescribed movements.

Not always. Imaging is usually unnecessary for majority of low back pain. Eith scans often reserved for cases with warning signs (red flags), persistent symptoms, or suspected serious conditions.

• Exercising regularly

• Strengthening core muscles

• Maintaining a healthy weight

• Implementing good lifting techniques

• Improving workplace ergonomics- avoiding prolonged sitting

• Maintaining a good diet

• Staying active and avoiding prolonged bed rest

• Using heat or cold packs within the right timeframe

• Utilising manual therapy

• Avoiding provocative activities

• Performing appropriate gentle stretching exercises

• Maintaining good posture where appropriate

• Taking medication if appropriate

• Gradually returning to normal activities

Seek urgent medical attention if you experience:

• Loss of bladder or bowel control

• Prolonged Numbness around the groin or saddle area

• Progressive leg weakness- unable to funciotn

• Unexpected foot drop

• Severe trauma-related back pain

• Fever with back pain

• Unexplained weight loss with back pain

• History of cancer with new back pain