Neck and Head Physiotherapy in Mandurah | Physiotherapy for Back Pain Relief in Mandurah

1. Neck and Head Physiotherapy in Mandurah | Physiotherapy for  Back Pain Relief in Mandurah    Tailbone and back pain following fall on bottom    I recently suffered a fall on my bottom whilst playing sport. I am now suffering  from very low back pain and am experiencing some bladder problems. What  should I do?  Back Pain can range from just a niggle to major injury. The physiotherapists at  Mandurah Physiotherapy treat a lot of clients with Back Pain.​ It is very common in  our society and the majority of the population will suffer from back pain at some  point during their lives.  Occasionally falls on the bottom will produce some instability and injury to the  sacroiliac/coccyx joints. These joints are where the tail bone attaches to the pelvic  and connect to the spine. Often if these structures are involved then bladder  problems may emerge and may settle with treatment to the tailbone and a good  exercise regime. There is a lot of research in this area and there is still a lot more to  do however this may be the problem and help from an experienced physiotherapist  is required. If the tailbone joints have become unstable due to injury to the  ligaments or muscles then this needs to be addressed. The exercises that mainly  need to be concentrated on are the lower abdominals, pelvic floor and gluteal  muscles which are in the buttock. You may also need to concentrate on certain  stretches to take the pressure off the joint. Find a physiotherapist who has some  knowledge of the recent research in this area and make sure you have a full  assessment to ensure the proper diagnosis is made. It would also be of benefit to  talk to your G.P concerning these problems and get some advice. You may need to  be referred to an ​orthopaedic specialist for further assessment and treatment​.  Back pain, no matter how small should be looked at. The longer you live with it the  longer it will take to treat and get relief. If you leave it too long, irreparable  damage to your spine may occur that is irreversible. Don’t leave it in the hope that  it will go away with time. Get some advice-see your physiotherapist for a full  postural and biomechanical assessment of the problem.     

2.   Scoliosis  Scoliosis is an abnormal sideways curvature of the spine. Instead on of the spine  being straight when viewed from the back, there is a curve to one side or the other  or a combination of curves. Scoliosis is generally classed as those curves that are  severe or cause symptoms. They can be idiopathic although there are other causes.  They may occur due to an irregularity such as a short leg, or due to bad posture or  increased muscle use on the dominant side of the body. Sometimes it can be due to  abnormalities or disease of the bones, soft tissue or nerves associated with the  spine. Minor curves are normal in the local population and do not necessarily need  treatment. They can however cause discomfort in the back or neck and treatment  will relieve symptoms.  Abnormal spinal curves require a spinal and posture assessment. If the curve is  severe, a specialists opinion may be sought. All children should be assessed for  scoliosis before they finish growing. If this is ​diagnosed early, treatment is much  more effective​. Treatment often consists of an appropriate exercise program,  treatment and advice in order to minimise the curve and keep it mobile to avoid  complications. Severe scoliosis may cause wedging of the bony vertebral segments  as well as stiffness, and treatment may be needed during flare-ups. Maintenance  treatment for spinal curvatures is encouraged to ensure full range and function in  the back and neck.