Dont Let Lower Back Pain Leave You on Your Back

Common causes of lower back pain

• Overuse or improper lifting
• Strenuous activity
• Sporting injury
• Joint degenerative problems
• Car accidents
• Smoking
• Obesity

Why see a Chiropractor?

We can diagnose the problem and suggest a correct course of action to get you back on your feet

Chiropractic may reduce inflammation and pain and restore proper function and strength to the lower back. At Lakeside chiropractic we use chiropractic adjustments and mobilizations to improve movement in the lower back. Our chiropractors also have training in low force techniques including drops and activator. Interferential therapy which is a low frequency electrical current which help to relief pain and increase blood flow to the lower back. Our chiropractors are also trained in using cold laser therapy. We can also apply k-tape strapping for support and take pressure of a certain spot in the lower back. Our chiropractors utilise soft tissue therapy and the use of dry needling to assist with lower back muscle recovery and we also stock pelvic belts and coccyx cushions for further support. We also recommend exercises or stretches and can give advice on sleeping postures to restore your back to normality.

Some recommendations from our Chiropractors for your everyday activities

• When you are sitting at your computer desk, either at work or at home, don’t lean forward, keep your shoulders relaxed, arms tucked in, elbow at 90 degrees, lower back supported and feet flat on the ground.
• If you’re on the phone, at home or work, try standing for the call.
• Avoid sitting on soft sofas with no back support
• Use correct lifting and bending techniques
• Maintain the correct weight and do basic core strengthening exercises
• Every 20-30 minutes stand up and go for a brief walk around. Even if it’s to fill up a glass of water to drink, this will also help to keep you hydrated.
• At home, get up every 30 min and do a lap of the house.
• Stretch your hips flexors once a day for at least 1 minute each side
• Try yoga poses to improve the shape of you back, the cat and cow poses are easy as is the upward and downward dog poses.

If you have lower back pain that is leaving you on your back get in contact! Lower back pain is one of the major complaints patients present to us with. Lakeside Chiropractic has helped many Perth patients return back to their normal activities and sports in the quickest time possible.

Lakeside Chiropractic is central to Perth’s northern suburbs and houses many of the suburbs including Woodvale, Ellenbrook, Ocean Keys, Yanchep, Clarkson, Heathridge and Beldon. We have HICAPS facilities on site to assist in the expense of your treatment and are BUPA and Medibank preferred providers, however take many others including, HIF, HBF, NIB, etc. To book an appointment you can contact us on 93000095 and speak with our receptionist or book via our book now tab on our website www.lakesidechiro.com.au. We look forward to hearing from you soon and treating your condition.