Physiotherapy for Back Pain in Didsbury, Manchester
Back pain can affect work, sleep, exercise and everyday movement. Physiotherapy can help assess contributing factors and support a practical recovery plan.
Overview
Back pain is common and can range from a short-lived episode to persistent symptoms that affect confidence and activity. Pain intensity does not always reflect the amount of physical damage, so an individual assessment can help make sense of the presentation.
Symptoms
Symptoms may include local back pain, stiffness, muscular discomfort or pain that changes with sitting, lifting, bending, walking or exercise. Some people also notice symptoms into the buttock or leg.
Causes
Back pain can be influenced by many factors, including a recent strain, changes in activity, reduced movement, irritation of joints or other structures, sleep, stress and previous episodes. Sometimes there is no single clear cause.
Assessment
A physiotherapy assessment may cover symptom behaviour, health history, work and activity demands, movement, strength and neurological signs where relevant. Findings are considered alongside your goals and concerns.
How we help
Physiotherapy may include explanation and reassurance, movement or activity advice, progressive exercise and hands-on treatment where appropriate. The plan should be adjusted according to your response rather than promising a fixed outcome.
When to seek medical advice
Seek urgent medical assessment for new loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness around the saddle area, rapidly worsening weakness, severe symptoms after significant trauma, or if you are otherwise acutely unwell. If you are unsure, contact an appropriate medical service.
What Our Patients Say
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