Back pain: physiotherapy in Le Grand-Saconnex
The back
The back consists of the spine, the ribs in the thoracic region and the surrounding soft tissues. The spine includes the vertebrae, intervertebral discs and spinal joints. Joint capsules, ligaments, tendons, fascia, muscles and nerves also contribute to its function. Together, these structures provide stability, allow movement and distribute loads.
Back pain is common. It often affects the lumbar region, or lower back, but can also affect the upper back. Pain often improves within a few days or weeks, although it can sometimes persist or recur.
When pain is severe, persists or restricts your activities, an assessment helps evaluate your situation and guide treatment. Sometimes, pain felt in the back originates from another area of the body.
Symptoms of back conditions
Back pain may begin as mild discomfort accompanied by lower back stiffness. Symptoms vary according to the situation and may include:
- Sudden, acute pain with a feeling of being unable to move freely, as with lumbago ;
- Lower back pain that may radiate into a leg, particularly when a herniated disc irritates or compresses a nerve root, causing sciatica ;
- Tingling or pins and needles in the buttock, leg or foot ;
- Lower back stiffness ;
- Restricted movement ;
- A feeling of tension or fatigue in the back ;
- Pain during certain exercises or twisting movements ;
- Pain that increases after prolonged sitting or standing ;
- Pain when lifting ;
- Reduced strength in one leg.
- Pain associated with prolonged positions or activities;
- Lumbago;
- A herniated disc, with or without sciatica;
- Arthritis or other conditions affecting the spinal joints;
- Difficulties with stability and control in the lower back;
- Stress associated with muscle tension;
- Tension and stiffness affecting the fascia and surrounding soft tissues;
- Tension in the lower back and abdominal muscles;
- A lack of movement;
- Back pain during pregnancy;
- Scoliosis;
- Rehabilitation following back surgery.
Causes of back conditions
Most lower back pain is described as “non-specific”: it cannot be confidently attributed to a particular disease or injury. This does not mean that the pain is not physical or real.
Several factors can contribute to back pain, including a lack of movement, repeated physical strain, prolonged positions or stress. Other conditions require specific care.
We can support you with the following conditions and difficulties:
Consultation and treatment
Your first session begins with a discussion and a physical examination to understand your pain and identify appropriate care.
At Physio Santé Fit in Le Grand-Saconnex, our physiotherapy treatment for back pain aims to reduce pain and improve mobility. Techniques such as manual therapy, fasciatherapy or therapeutic massage are tailored to your situation.
Alongside treatment, we provide personalised exercises to improve strength, flexibility and ease of movement. Together, we work on the movements and positions you find difficult.
We also offer advice to help you gradually return to your activities, better manage pain and reduce the risk of recurrence.