The Role of Posture in Preventing Back Pain
As any Pain Doctor will tell you: “Most of us get back pain at some point in our lives. It may be due to a sports-related injury, an accident, or a congenital condition such...
Effective Treatment Options for Chronic Back Pain
Untreated long-term back pain has become the norm for countless people who have not had the opportunity, or taken the necessary steps to be treated by a specialist Pain Consultant. Furthermore, it is all...
Chronic Back Pain Treatments
“Chronic back pain is a persistent source of discomfort for many adults. Back pain is considered chronic if it lasts for three months or longer. It can come & go, often bringing temporary relief,...
How to Treat a Posterior Pelvic Tilt
“Over time, posterior tilt increases the compression load on your mid & lower back. This increased compression means that the spine is unevenly loaded, & injuries such as disc prolapse & disk herniation can...
How to Relieve Back Pain Whilst Pregnant
“Pregnancy back pain normally comes about where the pelvis meets your spine, at the sacroiliac joint. There are numerous reasons why it happens, and this is why it is vital to see an experienced...
What is Degenerative Disc Disease?
“Disc degeneration is a natural occurrence. It may not generate any symptoms, or the pain may be so intense, that you cannot continue with your daily activities. It starts with damage to the spine,...
Back Pain During Pregnancy
“Back pain during pregnancy is a common complaint & it’s no wonder! – You’re gaining weight, your centre of gravity changes, & your hormones are relaxing the ligaments in the joints of your pelvis”...
Sitting at Your Desk All Day – Long Term Effects
“According to Cornell University Department of Ergonomics, up to 90% more pressure is put on your back when you sit versus when you stand”[1] There are a number of reasons why this happens. One...
Common back pain causes and treatments
Here we outline some of the various types of back pain, their possible causes and treatment options available. Condition – Muscle strain/Ligament strains Cause – Moving too quickly or in awkward positions, forceful...
Avoiding lower back pain
There are many causes of lower back pain. Acute lower back pain is often caused by sudden and unnatural movements. However more ongoing chronic back pain can often be easily avoided by adapting your...
