Spinal pain – back/neck pain
This is, without doubt, one of the most common causes of absenteeism from work in the UK and, whether it originates in the neck or the back, is the most common cause of pain that we treat at Central Health Physiotherapy. Sometimes it is related to lifting, but more commonly the initiating factor can be a trivial movement such as picking up a pen or holding a telephone between shoulder and ear. It is also a major problem in the sedentary work force - after all, we are animals and not designed to sit all day!
Whilst the onset may well be related to a specific movement, the precursing factor is actually a mechanical dysfunction; sometimes due to degenerative change, muscle weakness, or muscle tightness but often due to a combination of factors.
The key to successful treatment is accurate diagnosis so when seeing a physiotherapist a thorough assessment will take place. Treatment may consist of manipulation, mobilisation of joints and / or soft tissues and electrotherapy. Most importantly, the patient will receive advice on posture and exercise, which will accelerate recovery and help prevent further problems.
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