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Category: Back Pain

Understanding and Managing Spinal Wellbeing

Spinal pain is more common than many people realise. Around 619 million people worldwide were living with lower back pain in 2020, making it the leading cause of disability globally. This number is expected to rise to 843 million by 2050. While these statistics are significant, what truly matters is how spinal pain impacts your […]

What is a bulging disc and how is it treated?

man holding lower back in pain

We see a number of patients who have been told they need spinal surgery due to a disc bulge and are exploring other treatment options before deciding on the way forward. A key concern for many people is whether their disc bulge will return.

So, what is a disc bulge? When does it matter? And will it come back?

Does butt wink increase the risk of back injury?

Female and male in gym doing squats, avoiding butt wink

Squats are an excellent exercise for building lower body strength. Mastering the proper form isn’t easy though. All too often, you’re doing a butt wink without realising. Butt wink is an inefficient way to exercise and – even worse – it puts you at risk of several serious injuries.

Can Breathing Exercises Help With Back Pain? A Helpful Guide

It may sound simple, but there is a surprising link between the way you breathe and your back pain. Each breath can either contribute to spinal strain or help build a foundation of deep core stability that supports your spine. If you are looking for new strategies to manage back pain, understanding your breathing pattern […]

Understanding Movement When Experiencing Back Pain

When your back hurts, it can be difficult to know what to do next. You might wonder: “Should I rest completely, or is it better to try to move?” It’s a common and understandable concern, as nobody wants to risk making the discomfort worse. For many types of mechanical back pain, gentle movement is often […]

Is it too late to fix my posture?

They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, but your spine might disagree. Whether you’ve been hunched over a laptop like a question mark or perfecting the art of the couch slouch, there’s hope yet. Posture problems may sneak up on you over years of bad habits, but with the right approach you […]

Could your knee pain be coming from your back? 

Could your knee pain be coming from your back? When it comes to joint pain, we often zero in on the area causing the pain and blame it, but what if the aching sensation is caused by a different part of our body? When it comes to knee pain, there are a variety of causes. […]

Exercises for lower back pain

exercises for lower back pain

A pain in your lower back can keep you on the sidelines for longer than you’d like. It’s the most common injury we see as physiotherapists, mostly because it’s so easy to do. Whether you’re lifting weights, moving furniture or dancing the night away with friends; a back injury can be lurking around, just waiting […]