Relieve back pain in 4 - 6 sessions with AMP Lab, reducing the need for surgery.
Some studies have found that up to 80% of the population has suffered from back pain at some point in their lives. Just because many of us may have had back pain, it does not mean it is normal.
It can occur to anyone, regardless if you are active and sporty or whether you are sedentary and deskbound.
Understanding how your back works to support your daily activities and having a physiotherapist to identify habits that contribute to your back pain is essential in treating your back condition.
Causes of Back Pain
The back is the most important part of the spine as it keeps you upright. It stabilises your entire upper body onto your lower limbs.
When an individual suffers from back pain, he/she may find it difficult to carry out daily activities like sitting, standing, bending forward or even simply finding a comfortable position to lie down and sleep. This can affect one’s ability to work, rest and do the things they enjoy such as sports or hobbies.
Causes of back pain involve the soft tissue (muscles, tendons, nerves) or the spine (disc, facet joints or vertebral body). The most common type of back pain is mechanical back pain, where stress is placed on the above mentioned structures during the course of movement or sustained position.
DEGENERATIVE DISC DISEASE
occurs when the disc in the lumbar spine dehydrates excessively and loses a significant amount of height. The space between the vertebrae is considerably reduced and may cause a pinched nerve inducing pain.
SCOLIOSIS
is the abnormal sideways (lateral) curvature of the spine which occurs most often during the growth spurt just before puberty. It only becomes a problem when it causes pain or breathing difficulty. It is important to address the problem early to prevent it from worsening.
SCIATICA
involves stress or injury to the sciatic nerve which runs from your lower back all the way down to your leg. It can present as pain, numbness or weakness anywhere from the lower back to the foot. This can limit one’s mobility considerably as the pain can be sharp and intense, and easily triggered with the slightest movements.
Symptoms of Back Pain
Back pain differs across individuals due to varying lifestyles, postures, habits and fitness levels.
Some common back pain symptoms include:
- a dull ache in the low back area which sometimes spreads to the leg
- a sharp pinch or shooting pain in the back and sometimes down to the leg
- a stiff trunk and reduced range of motion
- deep muscle/bone ache around the junction of the lower back and hip, buttock or lower limb
- muscle weakness of the hip, knee, ankle/foot or big toe
Some red flags which require immediate medical attention include:
- change in bladder/bowel habits
- changes in sensation around the saddle area
- pain and/or weakness in both lower limbs
- worsening pain over the weeks/months, worst at night
- prolonged loss of appetite and weight
Treat Back Pain With Our Back Pain Specialist
AMP Lab provides detailed treatment to those who want relief from their back pain. Our sessions comprise of consultation, diagnosis, analysis and an individualised treatment plan that combine different therapeutic modalities and tailored exercises.
The First Session
Diagnosis
We begin by conducting a physical examination to derive an accurate diagnosis, along with thoroughly obtaining your medical history where necessary.
In certain circumstances, imaging tests such as a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan may be required to determine the extent of damage accumulated in the neck region. We can advise if and when a scan is needed in cases like these.
We will be there for you every step of the way to address any questions or concerns so that you understand your condition fully and propose the correct treatment.
Manual Therapy
According to your condition, we will propose the right modalities and treatment methods to assist you in your health goals. This may include:
Joint Mobilisation
The physiotherapist carries out this technique of mobilisation to improve facet joint mobility and restore overall range of movement of the neck.
Postural Correction
Postural correction begins with identifying the lifestyle factors that cause uneven and excessive loading on certain joints within the neck.
Postural re-education and ergonomics specific to your occupation, activities and hobbies will subsequently be advised to you.
The aim is to distribute the load more evenly throughout the joints. In this manner, excessive loading which leads to accelerated wear and tear at certain points is reduced, thus slowing down the rate of degeneration.
Physical Therapy
Finally, our physiotherapists will prescribe the appropriate rehabilitative exercises for your recovery. This will support the healing of your condition by strengthening the neck muscles and preventing relapse.
Following Treatment Sessions
Our physiotherapists will carry out a thorough consultation and examination each time you return for your follow-up session. Follow-up sessions are essential as they determine your progress, and any adjustment to the treatment will be rendered to progress you along your healing journey.
A pain-free life with AMP Lab
It is all too tempting to dismiss back pain as a minor annoyance and put off seeking timely treatment.
By dismissing the symptoms and carrying on without proper treatment in the early stages, your back issues can evolve into chronic persistent pain.
There’s no need to suffer any longer.
Get rid of back pain with AMP Lab today!
