Uprise Health

Things We Treat

Lower Back Pain

One of the most common reasons people visit us — from sudden strain to long-standing ache.

Lower back pain involves the joints, discs, muscles and ligaments of the lumbar spine and pelvis. It ranges from a sudden sharp episode after lifting to a persistent ache that has built over months or years.

The good news is that most lower back pain is not caused by serious pathology, and understanding what is driving your symptoms is a large part of managing them well.

Common symptoms

  • Ache, stiffness or sharp pain across the lower back
  • Pain that worsens with sitting, standing or bending
  • Difficulty straightening up after being still
  • Pain referring into the buttock or thigh
  • Muscle spasm or guarding

Common causes

  • Lifting, twisting or a sudden unguarded movement
  • Prolonged sitting and low overall movement
  • Rapid increases in training load
  • Disc or facet joint irritation
  • Weakness through the hips, glutes and trunk

How we can help

  • We start by ruling out concerning features and identifying which structures and movements provoke your pain, then explain what we've found in plain language.
  • Treatment typically combines hands-on care to settle symptoms with a graded activity and strengthening plan so the area becomes more resilient over time.

Treatments we may use

Frequently asked questions

Should I rest or keep moving?
For most presentations, staying gently active within comfortable limits is better than extended bed rest. Your practitioner will guide what's appropriate for your situation.
Do I need a scan for lower back pain?
Imaging isn't required for most back pain and doesn't always change management. Your practitioner will advise if a scan or medical referral is warranted.
Can I claim my appointment on private health?
If your extras cover the service, you can claim on the spot using HICAPS at either clinic and pay only the gap.

Treatments we use for this

Chiropractic

Gentle, evidence-informed chiropractic care for back pain, neck pain, headaches and postural concerns.

Chiropractic details

Remedial Massage

Hands-on massage and remedial massage therapy to release tight muscles, improve mobility and support recovery.

Remedial Massage details

Sports Injury Treatment

Assessment, hands-on treatment and rehabilitation to get you back to training and competition.

Sports Injury Treatment details

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