Back Pain Treatment

Back Pain treatment in Worthing, Sussex

Back pain is one of the most common complaints osteopaths will see patients for. It is estimated that almost half of the UK adult population will report back pain which lasts more than 24 hours at some point each year.

A lot of back pain sufferers report that their pain has started for no obvious reason. They may have simply woken up in pain, with no idea as to the cause, or they may have done something they do on a daily basis and suddenly experienced pain.

The reasons for back pain are complex and varied, but having a previous history of back pain, doing heavy or repetitive work, having poor posture, being overweight, stressed, anxious or depressed can all contribute to it and in some cases maintain it too.

Back pain, especially when long term, can impact hugely on your life at work, home and with relationships. It is estimated that around 8% of those with acute back pain will go on to develop chronic back pain. For this reason it is advisable to start treatment early, to reduce pain, improve function and get your life back.

Osteopathic treatment for Back Pain in Sussex

Osteopaths within our practice in Worthing, Sussex can help alleviate back pain by the use of hands-on techniques such as massage, joint mobilisation, stretching and electrotherapy. This can help to lessen spasm, enhance movement and reduce pain and stiffness in muscles, joints, ligaments and tendons.

The osteopath may also give you advice to follow to lessen symptoms and may prescribe exercises to perform to help both stretch and strengthen your body. They may advise on work station ergonomics, hot-cold treatments, sitting postures, supports and much more. Everything will be tailored to you and your individual needs.

Back Pain treatment NICE guidelines

Osteopathic treatment is recommended by The National Institute for Health & Clinical Excellence (NICE) for the effective treatment and management for non-specific low back pain. If you have had symptoms for more than six weeks, the NICE guidelines state that your GP can make you aware of osteopathy as one of the effective treatment options.

Our Osteopaths have many years of combined experience in helping patients with back problems. We work in partnership with our patients to educate them regarding their back problems, provide hands on care and help maintain progress going forwards.