BACK PAIN

Lower back pain is an extremely common condition with up to 80% of the population experiencing back pain at some time during the lives. Although the underlying pathology of low back pain is usually not serious, it is an important cause of pain in the community and has considerable impact on the economy due to time taken off work. Whilst the vast majority of patients with back pain will recover within 6 weeks, a small number will go on to develop chronic back pain and a gradual deterioration of functionality.

Causes

Most causes of back pain are the result of irritation or poor function of the bones, joints, ligaments or muscles in your back. Such irritation can be the result of Vertebral dysfunction, a common condition that occurs when the spinal vertebrae compress or irritate the delicate nerve structures of your lower back. Other causes of lower back pain include inflammatory arthritis (e.g. ankylosis spondylitis, Rheumatoid arthritis), and fractures due to osteoporosis. Back pain may also be ‘referred’ from another location.

Assessment

Your Physiotherapist will perform a detailed history, orthopaedic, neurological and spinal examination to determine the exact cause of your lower back pain. Other tests including x-rays and digital scanning may also be recommended.

Treatment

Physiotherapy treatment of low back pain focuses on restoring function to poorly moving spinal joints, as well as reducing muscle tension and increasing muscle strength. This results in improved movement, reduced pain and deceased nerve irritation. Treatments are tailored to the individual case usually consisting of spinal and soft tissue mobilisation, core stabilization advice, strengthening exercises, stretching and electrotherapy.

Please call us on 07 3419 4796 to arrange your comprehensive lower back consultation to help identify the exact cause of your back pain and begin a course of corrective care today!

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Private patients – No referral is necessary.

NDIS – No referral necessary.

DVA/Medicare or work injury clients do need a referral from a GP to be covered.

We Bulk Bill DVA + Workcover, CTP clients.

We cover a large portion of North Brisbane – Call us on 0447 664 941 to find out if we can help.

Please use the contact us form on our website and one of our team members will call you within in 24 hours to discuss your needs, alternatively please call us on 0447 664 941 to make a booking with one of our Physio’s or EP’s.

At Physio on wheels, our team carries all the necessary equipment which may be needed to provide a comprehensive service to you in thew comfort of your own home.

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Our physiotherapist will do a comprehensive assessment and treatment during the session. The treatment at home may include massage, joint mobilisation, Exercise prescription followed by a detailed home based exercise program.

Either before or after consultation.

Cash, credit card are accepted. For NDIS, Workcover or DVA clients our team processes the invoice which is then sent directly to your plan manager or case officer.

No, you will have to claim online once an invoice has been paid. Mobile terminals are not supported by health funds.