Low Back Pain Treatment | Mona Vale Osteopath
Low back pain can make everyday activities such as bending, lifting, walking, sitting, or exercising difficult. At Helix Recovery, we take the time to identify the factors contributing to your symptoms before creating a personalised treatment plan to help you move with confidence again.
Does This Sound Familiar?
Pain across the lower back
Pain when bending, lifting or twisting
Difficulty sitting or standing for prolonged periods
Pain travelling into the buttock or leg
Stiffness first thing in the morning
Pain during work, sport or exercise
Recurrent episodes of low back pain
Reduced movement or confidence with daily activities
Common Causes of Low Back Pain
Why Helix Recovery?
Pain is often influenced by more than a single injured structure. That's why every consultation begins with understanding the factors contributing to your symptoms, lifestyle, and goals. Rather than relying on a one-size-fits-all approach, we'll develop an individualised management plan designed to reduce pain, restore movement, and build long-term resilience.
Common Questions
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Osteopathy may help many people with low back pain by reducing pain, improving movement, and restoring function. Treatment is tailored to your individual presentation and may include hands-on techniques, exercise rehabilitation, and education to address the factors contributing to your symptoms.
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We rarely require a scan - many cases of low back pain can be assessed without imaging. Scans are generally recommended when there are signs of a more serious condition, significant trauma, or persistent symptoms that require further investigation. If imaging is appropriate, we'll discuss this with you and help guide the next steps.
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The number of treatments varies depending on the nature of your condition, how long you've had symptoms, and your goals. Some people improve within a few visits, while more persistent or complex cases may require a longer rehabilitation plan. Following your initial assessment, we'll discuss our findings and provide a personalised treatment plan with clear expectations.
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If your low back pain is persistent, keeps returning, or is affecting your work, sleep, sport, or everyday activities, it's worth having it assessed. Early assessment can help identify the factors contributing to your symptoms and guide the most appropriate treatment and rehabilitation plan.
If you experience significant arm weakness, loss of balance, changes in bowel or bladder function, or have suffered a major trauma, seek urgent medical attention.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're experiencing low back pain, we're here to help. Book an initial consultation and we'll work with you to identify the factors contributing to your symptoms and develop a personalised plan to get you moving with confidence again.