Spine physiotherapy

Spine physiotherapy focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing conditions that affect the neck, upper back, mid-back, and lower back. The goal is to relieve pain, restore natural movement, strengthen supporting muscles, and prevent future spine-related issues.

What It Covers

Spine physiotherapy helps with:

• Low back pain (LBP)
• Neck pain and stiffness
• Disc bulge / herniation / slipped disc
• Sciatica and nerve compression
• Spondylosis (cervical & lumbar)
• Postural spine problems
• Facet joint dysfunction
• Spinal muscle strain
• Post-surgical spine rehabilitation

How We Treat

A typical spine physiotherapy plan includes:

1. Detailed Spine Assessment

• Posture analysis
• Range of motion testing
• Nerve tension tests
• Muscle tightness & weakness assessment
• Functional movement evaluation

This helps identify exact pain generators, such as disc issues, tight muscles, or nerve compression.

2. Pain Relief Techniques

• Manual therapy & joint mobilization
• Muscle energy techniques
• Soft-tissue release
• Trigger point therapy
• Electrotherapy like TENS, IFT, or ultrasound
• Heat therapy (hydrocollator packs) for muscle relaxation

These reduce inflammation and give instant to gradual pain relief.

3. Core & Spine Strengthening

Strengthening deep stabilizing muscles is key to long-term recovery:

• Core activation
• Pelvic stability training
• Back extensor strengthening
• Functional strengthening exercises.

4. Posture Correction

Teaching the right:

• Sitting posture
• Standing alignment
• Bending & lifting techniques
• Ergonomic workstation setup

This reduces repeated strain on the spine.

5. Mobility & Flexibility Restoration

Guided stretches and mobility drills to:

• Improve spinal movement
• Reduce stiffness
• Enhance functional activities

6. Education & Prevention

Patients are educated about:

• Daily habits to avoid
• Best sleeping styles
• Safe exercise routines
• Long-term spine care