Best Physiotherapy Treatment For Low Back Pain in Physionautics Clinic
Physiotherapy is one of the most effective treatments for low back pain (LBP), especially when it is mechanical or musculoskeletal in nature. The goal is to reduce pain, improve mobility, strengthen muscles, and prevent recurrence.
Goals:
Reduce pain, inflammation, and muscle spasm
Techniques:
- Rest (Short-term only, avoid prolonged bed rest)
- Ice or heat therapy (Ice in acute, heat in chronic phase)
2. Electrotherapy:
- TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)
- IFT (Interferential Therapy)
- Ultrasound therapy (for deep muscle relaxation)
- TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation)
- IFT (Interferential Therapy)
- Ultrasound therapy (for deep muscle relaxation)
3. Manual Therapy
- Used to relieve stiffness and improve movement
- Spinal mobilization or manipulation (by trained therapist)
- Maitland or Mulligan techniques
Myofascial release
Trigger point therapy
4. Therapeutic Exercises
- Progressive exercises to restore strength, flexibility, and posture:
- Stretching (Flexibility):\
- Hamstring stretch
- Piriformis stretch
- Cat-Cow stretch
- Child’s pose
- Trunk rotation stretch
5. Strengthening (Core & Back):
- Pelvic tilts
- Partial crunches
- Bridging
- Bird-dog exercise
- McKenzie exercises (esp. extension for disc-related issues)
- Plank (as tolerated)
6. Postural Training:
- Lumbar roll use while sitting
- Ergonomic advice for desk/work setup
- Avoid forward bending and prolonged sitting
7. Education and Lifestyle Advice
- Importance of regular exercise
- Safe lifting techniques
- Weight management
- Smoking cessation (if applicable)
- Sleep posture improvement
