Low Back Pain: Causes, Relief and Physiotherapy Care

Written By Andrew Adel Ishak

What Is Low Back Pain?
Low back pain can arise from muscles, joints, discs, or nerves in the lumbar spine. It can be acute (short-term) or chronic (lasting more than 3 months).

Causes:

  • Muscle strain or ligament sprain

  • Poor posture or prolonged sitting

  • Disc degeneration or injury

  • Stress or deconditioning

Symptoms:

  • Dull, aching or sharp pain in the lower back

  • Stiffness or difficulty moving

  • Pain with bending, lifting, or sitting

  • Occasionally, pain radiating into the hips or thighs

Physiotherapy Treatment: ✅ Manual therapy to reduce pain and stiffness
✅ Core and lumbar stabilisation exercises
✅ Postural and ergonomic education
✅ Advice on pacing and daily movement

Long-Term Recovery:
Physiotherapy focuses not only on short-term pain relief but also on building spinal resilience, improving posture, and preventing future flare-ups.

Andrew Adel Ishak
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