Treating Lower Back and Glute Pain

Diagnosing Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain is very common and can generally be classified into acute lower back pain and mild to moderate lower back pain. It is not always possible to make a precise diagnosis of a specific back injury or condition which might be causing lower back pain. However, this should not prevent the back pain from being managed or treated.

Posture and deportment have a massive effect on how our backs are affected during our working and sporting days. Correct posture, together with back and stomach muscle strength, can correct 80% of back-care problems.

Exercises that can help ease lower back pains

Good mobility exercises are ideal to ease your lower back pains and glute pains. A combination of massage, gentle mobility manipulations coupled with some electrotherapy has proved to be very beneficial. Contact us to find out more about our services for lower back pain relief, lower back pain solution, lower back pain exercises and lower back pain massage therapy.

Acute lower back pain – sudden onset

Severe low back pain usually comes on suddenly and is caused by a minor movement such as bending over. The pain may increase over a couple of hours as inflammation develops. The pain is usually in the lumbar area of the spine but can radiate into the buttocks.

What can be done for severe or acute lower back pain?

For pains related to the lower back such as Buttock bursa pain, Tailbone pain, Upper hamstring pain, Piriformis Syndrome, Sciatica, Herniated disc etc, there are many different types of treatment methods, some of which include:

• Avoid movements or positions that make the pain worse.
• Bed rest may help but not for more than two days as resting for too long can make back injuries worse.
• Often movement is needed after the initial pain and inflammation have gone.
• Taping the lower back can relieve pain and give support, for example, Functional Fascial Taping (FFT).
• The doctor may prescribe NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) to relieve pain and muscle spasms.
• Electrotherapy can be used to relieve pain. For example, INTERFERENTIAL and TENS (electrical stimulation) or magnetic field therapy or ultrasound therapy may be helpful.
• Avoid sitting in the same position for long periods of time.
• Very light massage techniques may help reduce pain.
• The use of an inversion table to apply gentle traction may also help relieve symptoms.

Effective treatments for lower back and glute pain 

• TECAR Therapy
• K-Laser Therapy
• Shockwave Therapy
• Auricular Acupuncture
• Deep Tissue Massage
• Ice Therapy
• Heat Therapy
• G5 Exercise and Injury Massage
• Functional Fascial Taping (FFT)
• Interferential Therapy
• Pulsed Shortwave Diathermy 
• Electrotherapy & Ultrasound Therapy

Discover the right treatment for you

At Hull Sports Massage, we understand everyone feels pain differently. This is why we offer bespoke treatment plans to ensure maximum effectiveness and pain relief. For personalised care and therapy, book a free consultation with Ben.