Back Pain

Back pain encompasses a range of injuries, which I categorize into two main types: acute injuries and chronic injuries

Acute injuries - pain caused by a fall, sports with heavy weights that are not done gradually, other massive physical work. That is, any activity that causes pressure / high load on the skeleton and muscles creates tissue damage that leads to pain.

chronic injuries - Pain built up as a result of a continuous load made for a long time. For example, prolonged sitting in front of a computer, static/immobility in the spine area, poor sleep, excess weight.

When a patient arrives, I initiate the treatment process with an in-depth questionnaire to understand their medical history and lifestyle. This includes their occupation, sleep patterns, nutrition, physical activity, and mental state. Following this, I conduct a physiological examination to assess posture, identify any asymmetries, and evaluate mobility and muscle strength.

After completing the physiological assessment, I determine the source of the pain. The pain may originate from a nerve source, indicating pressure on a nerve in the spinal cord leading to tissue damage and inflammation. Alternatively, the pain could stem from a muscular issue, caused by strain on a particular muscle resulting in tissue damage and inflammation. In some cases, the pain may be due to poor posture, which places strain on the connective tissue (fascia), or weak stabilizing muscles that fail to support the skeleton effectively.

Once I have pinpointed the source of the pain, the treatment becomes more targeted. For nerve-related pain, the focus is on reducing pressure through mobility exercises. For muscular or fascial tension, I employ specific massage techniques to release and alleviate the tissue tension. However, the treatment doesn't stop there. We also work together to identify the underlying causes of the pain, examining lifestyle factors and thought patterns that may have contributed to the current situation. We then aim to introduce balance in physical activity, nutrition, and mental well-being to prevent future issues.