Back and Neck Pain
Back and neck pain are among the most common reasons people see a physiotherapist. In most cases they are related to muscles, joints and the way we move and sit during the day, and they can respond very well to the right treatment.
What it is
The lower back (lumbar spine) and neck (cervical spine) are the most mobile parts of the spine and carry much of our daily load. Pain can be sudden, after an awkward movement, or persistent, lasting weeks or months. It is often combined with stiffness, muscle spasm and a reduced range of movement.
Most people experience back or neck pain at least once in their lives. Severe pain does not necessarily mean serious damage - in most cases the cause is functional: muscle imbalance, overload or stiff joints rather than a serious spinal disease. This is exactly why an accurate assessment matters.
The earlier treatment starts, the easier it is to stop acute pain from becoming chronic. Complete bed rest rarely helps - gentle movement and well-chosen exercises usually speed up recovery.
Common causes
- prolonged sitting and desk work
- poor posture and weak core and back muscles
- overload or a sudden, awkward movement
- muscle tension and stress
- degenerative changes in discs and joints
- disc herniation or a pinched nerve
How it feels
- dull or sharp pain in the lower back or neck
- stiffness, especially in the morning or after sitting for long
- pain that gets worse with certain movements
- muscle spasm and tightness
- pain that travels into the leg, shoulder or arm
- tension-related headaches
How we can help
We start with a thorough assessment to understand what is causing the pain and how it affects your movement. Based on it, we build an individual plan combining manual therapy, therapeutic massage, therapeutic exercise and modern physiotherapy equipment. The goal is not only to relieve the pain but to give you the knowledge and exercises to prevent it coming back.
When to seek urgent medical help
Seek urgent medical care if the pain comes with sudden weakness in a leg or arm, numbness in the groin area, loss of bladder or bowel control, a high temperature, or follows a serious injury.
This page is for information only and does not replace an assessment by a specialist.