LOWER BACK CONDITIONS
Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek physiotherapy and can affect sitting, standing, walking, lifting, and sport participation. Symptoms may arise from acute injury, repetitive loading, prolonged postures, or underlying movement and strength deficits.
Physiotherapy for lower back conditions at Physio Theory focuses on restoring movement confidence, strength, load tolerance, and control rather than avoiding movement altogether. Care is individualized to support return to daily activity, exercise, and sport.
Common Lower Back Symptoms
You may benefit from physiotherapy if you are experiencing
Lower back pain or stiffness
Pain with sitting, standing, or bending
Pain with lifting or twisting
Symptoms during or after exercise or sport
Recurrent flare ups of back pain
Pain following injury or prolonged inactivity
HOW PHYSIOTHERAPY HELPS LOWER BACK CONDITIONS
Physiotherapy treatment for lower back conditions may include
Restoration of spinal and hip mobility
Improving trunk and pelvic control
Progressive strengthening and load tolerance training
Movement retraining for daily and sport activities
Education around activity modification and flare up management
Manual therapy when indicated
Treatment focuses on building resilience and confidence rather than passive symptom management alone.
INTEGRATION WITH PERFORMANCE TESTING
Lower back symptoms are often influenced by how force is transferred through the hips, legs, and trunk. When appropriate, performance testing and movement diagnostics may be used to identify strength deficits, asymmetries, or control limitations that contribute to persistent symptoms.
Objective data can help guide progression and reduce recurrence.
BOOKING
Lower back physiotherapy is offered as part of physiotherapy assessments and ongoing treatment programs at Physio Theory. Care is always individualized and aligned with your activity level and goals.
Book an assessment to determine the most appropriate plan for your lower back condition.
We’ve Expanded
Physio Theory has relocated to a larger rehabilitation and performance facility in Burnaby.
Expanded services including force plate testing, running assessments, VO₂ max testing, Clinical Pilates, golf swing analysis, HYROX equipment, and advanced concussion care are coming soon.
New Location
108 - 5108 North Fraser Way
Burnaby, BC
Where Theory Drives Rehabilitation and Performance.
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