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Patients visiting me as a Westbury Park osteopath often ask about the options when it comes to the treatment of back pain in Bristol.
Treatment of back pain is the most common osteopathic service I provide for clients in Westbury Park, Henleaze, North View and across Bristol.
What causes back pain?
Back pain comes from different sources, such as muscle strains, joint sprains, disc injuries, sciatica, arthritis and more serious conditions such as systemic illnesses or cancer.
Injuries caused by improper lifting, poor sitting posture and general stress contribute significantly to back pain. I advise on the early treatment of back pain in Bristol for all of these.
The NHS states that back pain is the single largest cause of disability in the UK.
GP referrals are increasing annually, with many patients waiting for more than 18 weeks from referral to treatment.
Treatment of back pain in Bristol
Treatment of back pain in my osteopathic clinic in Bristol is always bespoke, as every patient is different and unique. As a Westbury Park osteopath, I provide a holistic approach to ensure a thorough service.
When it comes to treating back pain, the starting point at my osteopathic clinic is a comprehensive patient consultation, involving a detailed case history which also reviews their lifestyle, pre-existing conditions, and any injuries.
I have written many articles on back pain treatment in Bristol, including ways to prevent back pain. My most popular article on back pain is available here.
How to reduce back pain
There are simple steps patients can take if they want to reduce back pain, including:
Work on flexibility and core stability
Maintain good posture
Take micro breaks from work or long activities
Sit well in an appropriate chair - find out more here
Move more (several times an hour throughout the day)
Posture and back pain
One of the leading causes of back pain-related issues in patients comes down to posture and in particular poor sitting posture.
I am passionate about improving our relationship with sitting, by educating people on the benefits of good posture, proper sitting techniques, and the best type of chair to use for optimum posture benefits.
Visit here to find out more about the causes of posture-related pain and what you can do about it.
My Healthy News section has a significant library of blogs with expert tips and free advice on back pain treatment. Visit here to find out more.
To make a booking for treatment of back pain at my osteopathic clinic in Bristol, please visit here.