Physiotherapy for Back Pain
Some of the most common treatment we must administer at at HQphysio is physiotherapy for back pain. These injuries arise from a number of causes, including long hours sitting at a desk or physical labour. At HQphysio Dublin we provide accurate assessments, in-depth treatment and long-term exercise plans to stop your neck or back pain from reoccurring or effecting your day-to-day life.
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What will happen in my physiotherapy session?
At HQphysio Dublin we focus on restoring spinal movement, optimising muscle control and training functional activity are the real keys to restoring a normally functioning spine.
Manual therapy for back pain
In all cases of back pain and sciatica physiotherapy treatment is beneficial. Manual therapy helps to relieve pain and ease movement restriction, relax muscles and restore normal movement. Typical treatment can include manipulation or mobilisation of your spine.
Heat and electrotherapy for back pain
Heat and electro therapy can relieve pain and accelerate healing. This can include ultrasound, TENS or electrical stimulation to help speed up back recovery and to alleviate pain.
Back strengthening exercises
Mobility, strengthening and postural exercises are essential to restore good movement, improve core control and get you back in action.
Advice for managing back pain
Advice about how you can reduce your symptoms moving forward by changing your lifestyle, exercising more and paying attention to posture at work and leisure. Following our aftercare plan of daily exercises and following our ongoing advice can help keep you healthy and well.
FAQ
What can I do on a daily basis to reduce my back pain?
What can I do on a daily basis to reduce my back pain?
Here are some things you can do every day:
- Sit up straight and observe good posture while at work
- Bend your knees and use proper technique when lifting
- Avoid over extending your reach at home and at work, such as by having your keyboard within easy reach
- Take regular breaks
- Walk daily
Health Insurance cover for Physiotherapy in Dublin
Health Insurance cover for Physiotherapy in Dublin
The cost of your physiotherapy treatment can be reduced by your health insurance, as all major Irish health insurance providers offer refunds for treatment by a Chartered Physiotherapist. At HQphysio, you will be treated by a Chartered Physiotherapist who will provide you with receipts for all treatment sessions that you receive.
To check your level of cover, please refer to your own policy for its terms and conditions.
What are the most common back inuries?
What are the most common back inuries?
Most cases of back pain are non-organic, meaning they are not caused by infections or conditions such as arthritis. Most are through injury, physical exertion or poor posture. We regularly see the following types of issues:
- Slipped discs
- Disc tears or protrusions
- Nerve pain
- Referred arm or leg pain
- Osteoporosis
- Non-specific neck and back pain
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About HQphysio
HQphysio Dublin is a Chartered Physiotherapy Clinic in Raheny, located at Gravity Fitness, Harmonstown Road, Raheny in Dublin 5.
HQphysio Dublin provides physiotherapy for people of backgrounds and injury type, from injury rehabilitation to neck and back pain recovery to individuals, athletes and teams.
Our Facilities
HQphysio Dublin is a Chartered Physiotherapy Clinic in Raheny, based in Gravity Fitness, Harmonstown Road, Raheny in Dublin 5. It is a state of the art 2500sq. ft. gym with shower and changing room facilities and a private physiotherapy room where your sessions will be carried out.