Lower back pain affects approximately 70-90% of Australians at some point in their lives, making it one of the most common reasons for seeking care. Whether it’s a dull ache or sharp discomfort, it can disrupt daily life. Osteopathy offers a wholistic and effective approach to managing and preventing back pain.

Common Causes of Lower Back Pain

• Muscle Strain due to overuse, poor posture, or sudden movements.
• Disc Injuries causing pressure on nerves or other local tissues.
• Joint Dysfunction irritation or inflammation of joints
• Degenerative conditions such as osteoarthritis.
• Lifestyle factors such as prolonged sitting, lack of exercise, or poor lifting techniques.

How osteopathy may help

Osteopaths use a variety of hands-on techniques to assess and treat pain, focusing on reducing inflammation and increasing range of motion and joint function. Your session often will comprise of:

Assessment

Understanding possible causes of pain through assessment and discussion of possible mechanisms of how your injury occurred, analysis of your quality of movement and posture.

Hands-On Care such as:

• Soft Tissue massage.
• Joint Mobilisation and manipulation.
• Myofascial Release Techniques and Dry needling 

Rehabilitative exercises

Addressing contributing factors such as tight hips, weak core, or poor foot mechanics.

Prevention

Ongoing patient tailored exercises, stretches, and ergonomic advice to prevent recurrence.

When to See an Osteopath

Consult an osteopath if you experience:

• Ongoing or recurring lower back pain.
• Pain radiating to legs or buttocks.
• Limited back mobility or stiffness.
• Pain aggravated by certain movements or postures.

Lower back pain doesn’t have to define your life. Let our team at KHC help you uncover the root cause of your pain and guide you toward better movement and comfort. We’re here to support you every step of the way, if you need an appointment or would just like to have a brief chat feel free to call our clinic on (03) 9336 7330 or email our team at info@keilorhealthcentre.com any time!

Reference

https://www.safetyandquality.gov.au/newsroom/external-publications/action-low-back-pain