Back Pain
Back Pain is pain felt in the back. Back pain can be divided into neck pain (cervical), middle back pain (thoracic), lower back pain (lumbar) or coccydynia (tailbone or sacral pain) based on the segment affected.
What we treat
Orthotic treatment options for back pain include biomechanical lower limb assessment and have a variety of supports for the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. Contact us for more information on braces and supports available for your back pain.
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Questions
What are the different types of back pain?
Low back pain is a common musculoskeletal disorder causing back pain in the lumbar (lower) vertebrae. It can be either acute, subacute or chronic.
Lumbar back pain is a common musculoskeletal disorder causing back pain in the lumbar (lower) vertebrae. It can be either acute, subacute or chronic.
Chronic back pain is pain that persists for a long time (usually more than 3 to 6 months). If you are experiencing chronic back pain, you should seek medical advice.
Acute back pain is pain that lasts a short while, usually a few days to several weeks.
Upper back pain is also called middle or thoracic pain and is pain that is felt between the base of the neck and top of the lumbar spine.
Idiopathic back pain is pain that does not have an identifiable cause. Investigations indicate that most back pain is idiopathic.
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How we support Back Pain
Our clinicians fit orthoses and supports matched to your symptoms, activity level and goals.
Book an orthotic consultation- Clinical assessment Gait and function reviewed in clinic
- Orthotic fitting Ready-to-wear or custom devices
- Follow-up care Adjustments as your needs change
- Footwear advice Shoes that work with your supports
- Product options Order replacements when you need them
- Referral support We work with your care team
Treatment areas
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We have a range of orthoses available for Head, Neck and Spine support. Our orthotists and technicians will collaborate to build you the best orthosis to suit your individual needs.
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Binders and Supports will provide you with support when needed for various conditions. These will be tailored to your individual needs and come either ready-to-wear or custom-made.
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Footwear is suitable for a range of needs to support you, with various options from ready-to-wear to custom-made, all perfectly suited to your particular needs.
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We provide Hip orthotic bracing solutions best suited to your needs either custom made or ready-to-wear.