Occasionally, surgery to the lower back is required to rectify problems beyond conservative management. This can include surgery to alleviate pressure on nerve roots, spinal fusion, repair of damaged discs (cartilage of the spine) and removal of scar tissue, to name a few. The better shape the core muscles are in (deep muscles providing support to the lower back), the more efficient recovery is following the operation. Following surgery, it is imperative correct rehabilitation follows to ensure optimal function is restored.
• Localised pain at the site of surgery
• Occasionally lower leg symptoms, often due to inflammation
• Weakness of the deep abdominal muscles (core muscles)
• Restricted mobility
At Live Well Physio, we perform a thorough assessment to diagnose the cause of your problem. Our goal is to get you back pain-free as soon as possible.
Your physiotherapy treatment may include:
• Techniques to reduce scar tissue formation at the site of surgery
• Early mobilisation of the back
• Dry needling (acupuncture)
• Hydrotherapy
• Realtime ultrasound imaging to train the deep abdominals (core muscles of the lower back)
• Soft tissue massage
• Postural exercises
• Pilates to improve core muscle strength and improve posture
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