Back physiotherapy in Rovaniemi

Physiotherapy offers a wide range of methods for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of back pain. The physiotherapist assesses the underlying causes of pain – such as postural problems, muscle imbalances or mobility limitations – and develops an individual treatment plan. An important part of physiotherapy is active exercise to improve the function of the muscles that support the back. If necessary, treatment is combined with manual techniques, such as mobilisation or muscle film therapy, to relieve pain. The client will also receive guidance on everyday ergonomics and mobility to help prevent recurrence of symptoms.

Back physiotherapy is suitable for practically anyone who has challenges with back function or pain. It is useful for both acute back pain and long-term, chronic low back pain. It is particularly useful for people with recurrent episodes of pain, symptoms of strain from sedentary work, or difficulties with mobility and work capacity. The treatment is safe for all ages and is also suitable for pregnant women or people recovering from surgery.

The speed of results varies from person to person, depending on the duration of the pain, the intensity of the pain and the client’s own activity. For acute back pain, many people find relief after the first few sessions, especially if exercise is started quickly after symptoms appear. In long-term, chronic back pain, rehabilitation can take several weeks, but the results are often more permanent. Commitment to both treatment visits and home exercise as directed by the physiotherapist is essential.

You may experience momentary soreness or discomfort during exercise, but a sharp increase in pain is not normal. The physiotherapist will carefully monitor the effect of the exercise and adjust the movements to suit. Often, small adjustments will find a painless or pain-free route to progression. Sometimes the cause of the pain may also require a medical examination – in which case the physiotherapist will be able to guide you.

Prolonged sitting is one of the most common causes of back pain. It reduces the activity of the supporting muscles, passivates the structures that maintain posture and increases pressure on the structures of the lower back. Physiotherapy actively tackles the disadvantages of sedentary work – for example, by guiding break exercises, workstation adjustments and core support exercises.