Postural Back Pain/Syndrome Treatment in Sinnamon Park

What are the causes?

It is important to maintain good posture and a healthy lifestyle to reduce the likelihood of developing postural neck pain/syndrome. If ignored or mismanaged, postural pain can worsen over time. Postural pain can also be indicative of, or mimic other spinal conditions.

Some common risk factors include:

• Poor seated and/or standing posture
• Poor posture when using computer or other devices or reading
• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing
• Poor alignment and positioning while seated
• Lack of physical activity/movement
• Obesity
• Pregnancy

Treatment for postural neck pain/syndrome

If you have neck pain, it is important to have it assessed by a GP or physiotherapist. A physiotherapist will then be able to determine the severity of the condition and the treatment required. Timely diagnosis and treatment can prevent it from developing into a chronic condition.

At Vitalis Physiotherapy, we tailor a treatment plan to best fit your recovery goals through:

Your physiotherapist may also advise heat or ice application, rest and if necessary, pain medication. Additionally, they might recommend for you to useneck support (braces) or a Therapeutic Pillow.

• Soft tissue mobilisations (massage)
• Postural improvement and stability techniques
• Strengthening, stretching and conditioning exercises
• Dry needling
• Taping
• Shockwave Therapy
• Home exercise and self-management techniques
• Graded Exposure to load program