Red Flags for Lower Back Pain
Most cases of lower back pain are within our remit, but sometimes you need to see a doctor instead of an osteopath.
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Pregnancy Pains: SPD and PGP
Aches and pains, particularly in the lower back, are common in pregnancy. But sometimes the discomfort is more than just the expected adaptation. SPD and PGP refer to more intense pains in the joints of the pelvis.
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Pelvic Floor
The pelvic floor is a sling of muscles at the base of the abdomen. Some people assume that only women have one, but we all do.
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Osteoporosis and Osteopenia
Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become less dense and more fragile. We cannot cure osteoporosis, but we need to know if you have it as it might alter the treatments that are appropriate and safe for you.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory form of arthritis that mainly affects small joints, such as those in the hands, feet, and neck. Sometimes RA is mistaken for Osteoarthritis . RA can begin as early as your 20s.
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New Parents' Pains
New babies lead us to make a lot of changes, and the musculoskeletal system has to adapt too.
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Ankylosing Spondylitis and AxSpA
There is a condition related to Rheumatoid Arthritis that causes lower back pain and stiffness. It often goes undiagnosed because symptoms are subtle.
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Scoliosis
Being told you have a scoliosis is a horrible thought for some, but the truth is most of us have some degree of asymmetry. It’s also possible to have a scoliosis in certain positions only- this is called a “functional scoliosis”.
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Trigger Points
Sometimes you might find a “knot” in a muscle, which feels better when you massage it. Other times, pressing into the knot causes a strange pain somewhere else. This might be a trigger point.
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Piriformis Syndrome
Although all cases of sciatica are caused by irritation of the sciatic nerve, not all cases come from the back. The piriformis muscle is a small muscle that sits deep in the buttock.
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Sacroiliac Joints (SIJs)
The Sacroiliac Joints (SIJs) are large, bumpy joints at the back of the pelvis. They join the pelvis to the spine, and there is one on either side.
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Pregnancy Aches and Pains
Osteopaths treat the person, not the condition. This is no different in pregnancy, when the body is under new mechanical strains. Although there are some common patterns, we all react differently.
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Minor Sports Injuries
Some sports injuries need a little bit of help to recover, and others can be prevented before they even start.
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Aches and Pains
Sometimes we all experience vague aches and pains, and often we can just wait them out. But other times they can be more persistent, and instead of getting better, they get worse.
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Neuralgia
Neuralgia is nerve pain, which may come from a “trapped nerve” like sciatica . Other times, it may be caused by an illness.
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Long Covid
Management strategies for Long Covid are still emerging, but they appear to be multi-disciplinary (NICE guidelines Nov. 2021). Returning to activity after Covid can be a slow process. The combination of fatigue and breathlessness can be very limiting. Despite frustration, it’s important to take it slow.
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Chronic Pain
When pain remains after 3-6 months, we consider it to be chronic. Your osteopath’s job is to help you unpick the factors that led to it.
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Tension
Stress is almost synonymous with muscle tension, often around the shoulders and neck. We can’t solve your stress, but we can certainly look at your secondary symptoms.
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is commonly simply known as “arthritis”. We might think of it as “wear and tear”, but it’s also capable of “repair”. Despite popular belief, it’s not something you just have to tolerate.
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Lower Back Pain
One of the most common complaints patients see osteopaths for is lower back pain. There are a number of potential causes that are not serious or dangerous to you beyond the pain.
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