Back Ache

Back pain is extremely common – six million patients visit osteopaths each year, and back pain accounts for over 50% of those cases.

Pain exists for a reason. Your back will tell you very quickly when things aren't right, because the longer spinal faults go unchecked, the more widespread the strain suffered by the skeleton as a whole. The role of pain is to make us aware of the fault, so we can fix the problem.

Most people will suffer with back pain at some point in their life. It can vary from a minor niggling ache to a severe incapacitating pain that can spread to other areas of the body.

Causes of back pain include:

Chronic postural problems Unsuitable seating Unsupportive beds Inappropriate lifting A sedentary lifestyle

Stress and anxiety Accidents Sports injuries Pregnancy Obesity

The cure for an aching back lies in persuading a stiff and painful spinal joint to move, and that's something we specialise in. We can help you by isolating the source of the problem, treating the pain, and giving you advice on how to prevent the pain from recurring.

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