Back Pain

Regardless of age or gender, 80% of the population will experience back pain. Although some people are more at risk due to predisposing condition or occupation, back pain can be experienced by anyone. It is the most common cause of absenteeism in the workplace.

There are three categories of back pain our Osteopaths have success treating:

Acute (of recent onset with or without associated symptoms including leg pain)
Acute on a chronic (current episode of pain that you have experienced in the past)
Chronic (pain that is more or less constant but may vary in intensity for a number of months or years)

There are many different reasons for back pain. Often people experience back pain as the immediate result of an obvious injury. In other cases, back pain can seem to occur for no reason or as the result of a minor strain. However, in general back pain can often be traced to an accident or trauma, even one that occurred many years previously. This is because the body is very good at adapting to injuries when they occur & accommodating strains & stresses. However, the disruption to spinal mechanics brought about by injury can cause strain to build up over a period of time and symptoms begin, often progressing steadily.

During an osteopathic examination it is common for an osteopath to find several different and seemingly unrelated areas of strain or tension in the body. On their own, each of these may be tolerable and the patient may not be aware of any problem. But the combined effect of having to accommodate all of these may reduce the body’s ability to tolerate additional stains. For example, poor posture, falling, emotional stress or even bending to lift something up.

As part of osteopathic treatment it is often necessary to release retained stresses from past injuries and trauma in order to relieve the current back pain, and reduce the chances of it recurring.

Stresses within the body often cause problems in other areas as well as the back. Common associated symptoms are undue fatigue, mood swings, disturbed sleep, headaches, period problems, digestive problems, and vulnerability to infections due to a depleted immune system. Many of these problems will improve during a course of osteopathic treatment.

    
 
 
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   Elizabeth Donovan 
 167 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I can’t rate Eb highly enough. After years of enduring hip pain and attending various physiotherapists and chiropractors and resigning myself to having to live the discomfort, Eb has been able to resolve my problem and within a short timeframe. Will be forever grateful
  
 
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   margaret dowling 
 187 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. When life throws a curved ball and I over stretch my body causing back pain I call southside Osteopath.  Neill has the experience to assess the misalignment and the skill to realign and relieve the pain and pressure.  Thank you Neill.
  
 
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   Ramona Wick 
 232 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Neil is an absoloute legend. I've been in severe pain for the past 8 months (neck, jaw, traps) due to a combination of injury & stress. It's impacted my day to day massively and I have literally tried anything, from accupuncture over tmj massages, physio - you name it. Nothing has worked. I'm 5 weeks in with Neil and I'm like a changed person. He listens & understands & he makes you feel very comfortable. Would 100% reccommend Neil for your injuries.
  
 
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   Alice Guy 
 239 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Neil has helped me find relief from my back issues.
  
 
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   Ross Morrow 
 244 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Excellent treatment - listened to issues, diagnosed and then treated effectively. Couldn’t recommend highly enough
  
 
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   Ruth Staunton 
 339 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Highly recommend Neil in Southside Osteopaths! I brought my little
Boy (11weeks) due to generalised discomfort and poor sleep. Neil was able to extrapolate the issues from a very tired mum and within three sessions brought about a huge positive change in my baby’s comfort and sleep!
  
 
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   Sara Miranda 
 340 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I've been here with my baby who was struggling with dyschezia, he was always with such a desperate cry and so tense... Neil really helped, now our baby is such a calmer and happier baby! Definitely recommend!
  
 
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   Nathalie Kvasnaya 
 397 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had a wonderful experience with Neil! From the very first visit, he was attentive, professional and  carefully caring. He listened my concerns and explained what was going on with my body. After a few sessions I noticed improvement and reduction of pain.My daughter 17 years old also likes Neil’s approach. I highly recommend Neil O’Connell to anyone looking for effective osteopathic treatment! Best wishes, Nathalie
  
 
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   Liene E. 
 440 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’ve been seeing Neil for several months now, and I can’t recommend him highly enough. He takes the time to truly understand the root of the issue rather than just treating the symptoms.  Every session is thorough, professional, and tailored to my needs🥰
  
 
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   Sarah Spain 
 446 days ago
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Neil at Southside Osteopaths has really helped me move away from pain and gain better movement. He is very knowledgeable and really gets to the source of any imbalance causing problems. I would highly recommend him.