Back and Neck Pain
Causes include:
Muscle stiffness due to poor posture or overuse
Muscle, tendon and ligament Injuries
Osteoarthritis – wear and tear of the joints of the spine
Slipped Disc – degeneration or injury to the vertebral discs
Treatment:
Stretching, massage and articulation techniques
Rehabilitation and stretching programme
Aftercare advice
Preventative and postural advice
Much less commonly back pain can be due to more serious underlying disease.
Please Note:
Osteopaths and Physiotherapists are trained as primary healthcare professionals and before treatment a detailed case history is taken to determine the state of general health.
If necessary you will be advised to see your GP or to have further investigations such as X-Ray or MRI.