Back pain is the most common medical problem
\nosteopaths see in practice. The team at East St Kilda
\nSports & Spinal have a well established network of spinal
\nsurgeons and back specialists who frequently refer to us.
Our treatment reduces pain, improves mobility and
\naccelerates recovery time.
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Our ability to provide symptomatic relief, determine and
\naddress the underlying cause and to give you the
\ncomplete picture on back pain management is what makes
\nus unique.
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Treatment is hands on and requires careful manual skills in massage, manipulation, stretching and mobilisation.
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Back pain often results from heavy lifting and bending but is more commonly caused by sustained postures such as sitting at a desk all day. Pain can originate from many different structures including:
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Treatments are long and allow ample time for manual treatment and follow-up. Treatment is hands on and requires careful manual skills in massage, manipulation, stretching and mobilisation. We provide advice on postural correction, muscle strengthening, pilates, stretching, activity modification and general exercise.
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We can easily refer you to other specialists if required and liaise with employers and family to keep you in the loop at all times.
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For more information on specific back complaints, have a look at our patient information sheets.
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