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Back Conditions

Specialist assessment and treatment for back pain and spinal conditions

Overview

Back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal problems and can significantly affect mobility, sleep, work, exercise, and everyday life. Back conditions can develop from wear and tear, injury, disc problems, spinal narrowing, or other underlying causes.

Common Causes

  • Lower Back Pain
  • Slipped or Herniated Disc
  • Sciatica
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Degenerative Disc Disease
  • Facet Joint Pain
  • Spondylolisthesis

Symptoms

  • Persistent or recurring back pain
  • Pain spreading into the buttocks, hips, or legs
  • Numbness or tingling in the legs or feet
  • Muscle weakness
  • Stiffness and reduced movement
  • Pain that worsens with sitting, standing, walking, or bending

Treatment Options

  • Physiotherapy and targeted rehabilitation
  • Activity modification and lifestyle advice
  • Pain management
  • Specialist spinal assessment
  • Surgical treatment for selected conditions

When to Seek Specialist Help

If your back pain persists despite rest and initial treatment, repeatedly returns, affects your mobility, or is associated with leg pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness, specialist assessment may be appropriate