Low Back Pain
Northbridge Chiropractic offers holistic muscle therapy and chiropractic treatments to treat low back pain in Perth. Our experienced practitioners combine massage, chiropractic adjustments, dry needling and other techniques to reduce the pain you’re experiencing and help you recover faster. Whether your back pain is caused by an injury or a chronic condition, our safe and effective treatments can help to improve your quality of life.
What Causes Lower Back Pain?
Lower back pain is a common condition among people of all ages and there are many reasons why you’re experiencing pain or stiffness in the lower back (lumbar) area. For athletes, low back pain can be caused by repeated heavy lifting, a single heavy session that overloads the vertebrae in the lumbar spine or a sudden awkward movement. Low back pain can also be caused by injuries to the spine or tailbone, bulging or ruptured discs, and in seniors, conditions such as arthritis and osteoporosis.
Intervertebral disc bulges are a common condition associated with low back pain and can be caused by a single incident or wear and tear over time. Our practitioners combine chiropractic adjustments with muscle therapy techniques to treat disc bulges and will recommend stretches that you can do at home to increase flexibility and reduce pain.
Stretch Well, Stretch Often
Stretching out your lower back can help to alleviate back pain and stiffness, enabling you to move comfortably and more freely. The stretches you can use to stretch the vertebrae in your back, flex your spine and offload pressure (relieving lower back pain) include:
- Pelvic tilt
- Child’s pose
- Prayer stretch
- Cat cow stretch
- Piriformis stretch
- Single knee to chest stretch
These stretches can be performed at home with no equipment required, just space on the floor. While stretching is important and helps to alleviate pressure and reduce pain, it can’t take the place of muscle therapy and/or chiropractic joint alignment provided by a qualified health professional.
To book a lower back pain session, give us a call on 08 9227 9341 or contact us online. We accept all major health fund cards. Please don’t hesitate to ask for further information about payment options and the holistic solutions we provide at Northbridge Chiropractic.
Get in touch
- 6/177 Stirling Street Perth WA 6000
Opening Hours
Mon 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
Wednesday Closed
Friday 8:30 am – 12:30 pm
Saturday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Frequently Ask Questions
Chiropractic care in Perth | simple answers to common questions
1. What does a chiropractor do?
- A chiropractor looks at how your body moves and functions as a whole. This includes your posture, joints, muscles, and nervous system. At Northbridge Chiropractic, we focus on understanding what may be contributing to your symptoms, not just where it hurts.
2. Can chiropractic help with back or neck pain?
- Many people visit for back discomfort, neck tension, headaches, or stiffness. Chiropractic care may help support how your body moves and manages daily load, which can play a role in how these issues show up. A proper assessment helps guide what’s appropriate for you.
3. Why does my pain keep coming back?
- Pain often isn’t the starting point. Things like posture, work habits, stress, and movement patterns build up over time. If those don’t change, the body can return to the same pattern. That’s why we focus on long-term changes, not just short-term relief.
4. What happens at your first chiropractic appointment?
Your first visit is about understanding your situation.
We’ll go through:
- Your history
- How your body is moving
- What may be contributing
We then explain what we’re seeing and what your options are.
5. Do I need ongoing chiropractic care?
- Care is always your choice. Some people come in for short-term support. Others choose ongoing care to stay consistent and support their long-term health. We guide you, but you decide what fits your life.
6. Is chiropractic care safe?
- Chiropractic care is widely used to support movement and function. We take the time to assess properly and tailor care to the individual. If something isn’t suitable, we’ll let you know.
7. Do you need X-rays?
- Not always. We only consider imaging if it’s clinically appropriate and helps guide care. In many cases, a thorough assessment is enough.
8. I already stretch and exercise, why am I still tight?
- Tightness isn’t always about needing more stretching. It can be your body responding to how you move, sit, or manage stress. If the underlying pattern stays the same, the tightness often returns.
9. Can I keep working or exercising?
- In most cases, yes. We aim to keep you moving while adjusting how much load your body is handling.
10. How do I book a chiropractor in Perth?
- You can book online at a time that suits you. If you’re not sure where to start, we’re happy to guide you through the process.
- Feel free to email us: admin@northbridgechiro.com.au
- If you cannot find your ideal time please call us (08) 9227 9341
