Back pain
Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek treatment and can affect anyone, regardless of age or activity level. It may develop gradually through poor posture, prolonged sitting or repetitive activities, or occur suddenly following an awkward movement or injury. Whatever the cause, back pain can interfere with work, exercise, sleep and everyday life.
At The Form Practice, our experienced multidisciplinary team will carry out a thorough assessment to identify the likely cause of your symptoms before recommending a personalised treatment plan aimed at reducing symptoms, restoring movement and helping to reduce the risk of future episodes.
Common Causes
Back pain can arise from a variety of causes, including:
- Muscle or ligament strains
- Joint stiffness
- Poor posture
- Prolonged sitting or desk-based work
- Heavy lifting or repetitive movements
- Sports injuries
- Degenerative changes such as osteoarthritis
- Disc-related problems
- Pregnancy-related changes
Common Symptoms
Symptoms may include:
- Pain in the upper, middle or lower back
- Stiffness or reduced movement
- Muscle spasms
- Pain when bending, lifting or twisting
- Difficulty standing, walking or sitting for prolonged periods
- Pain that spreads into the buttocks or legs
Could It Be Sciatica?
If your back pain is accompanied by pain, tingling, numbness or weakness travelling into your buttock, leg or foot, you may be experiencing sciatica. Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated or compressed and requires a careful assessment to determine the most appropriate treatment.
Read more about Sciatica.
How We Can Help
Every patient is different, so treatment begins with a detailed assessment to understand the underlying cause of your back pain. Our aim is not only to relieve your symptoms but also to improve movement, restore strength and help prevent future problems through personalised advice and rehabilitation.
Treatments We May Recommend
Depending on your symptoms and assessment, treatment may include:
- PelviPower
- Osteopathy
- Sports Therapy
- Sports Massage
- Pilates
- K-Laser
- INDIBA
Your treatment plan will always be tailored to your individual condition, lifestyle and recovery goals.
PelviPower for Back Pain
PelviPower provides targeted programmes for the back as well as the pelvic floor. The pelvic floor, core and back muscles work together to support stability, posture and movement.
PelviPower includes programmes designed for acute and chronic back problems, with more advanced programmes combining back training with pelvic floor and core activation. There are also specific programmes targeting the piriformis and sciatic region.
Treatment takes place while you sit comfortably on the PelviPower chair wearing your normal clothes. The programme and intensity can be adjusted according to your individual needs.
Learn more about PelviPower.
When Should You Seek Medical Advice?
Although most back pain improves with appropriate care, you should seek urgent medical attention if you experience:
- Loss of bladder or bowel control
- Numbness around the saddle or groin area
- Significant weakness in one or both legs
- Severe pain following major trauma
- Fever, unexplained weight loss or persistent night pain
- Rapidly worsening symptoms
Why Choose The Form Practice?
- Experienced multidisciplinary team
- Personalised assessment and treatment
- Hands-on care combined with rehabilitation
- Advanced therapy technology where appropriate
- Peaceful rural clinic with free parking
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If back pain is affecting your work, sleep, sport or everyday activities, our experienced team can help identify the cause and recommend the most appropriate treatment to support your recovery.