Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek chiropractic care. It can affect anyone — from office workers and drivers to runners and gym-goers — and may develop suddenly or gradually over time.
At Live Free Wellness in Putney, we take time to understand the cause of your back pain before creating a personalised treatment plan to help reduce pain, improve movement and support long-term spinal health.
Back pain may develop for many reasons, including:
Prolonged sitting or desk-based work
Poor posture and reduced movement
Repetitive lifting, bending or twisting
Sports and gym-related strain
Sudden injury such as a fall or car accident
Muscle tension and joint stiffness
Daily habits such as driving long distances, working at a computer or sleeping on an unsuitable mattress can also place extra stress on the spine.
During your assessment, your chiropractor will ask about your lifestyle, work, training and any previous injuries to help identify contributing factors.
Your assessment at Live Free Wellness
Your first appointment includes:
- A detailed medical and injury history
- Postural and movement assessment
- Examination of the spine, joints and muscles
- Neurological screening where appropriate
This allows us to make an accurate clinical assessment and recommend the most appropriate care for your condition.
How chiropractic care may help
Treatment is tailored to your diagnosis and may include:
- Gentle spinal mobilisation or manipulation to restore joint movement
- Soft tissue techniques to reduce muscle tension and spasm
- Dry needling where appropriate
- Advice on posture, activity modification and daily movement
- A personalised exercise programme to support recovery and prevent recurrence
Our chiropractors work closely with our massage therapists to provide a coordinated approach to your care.
Deep burning or electric type pain in the buttock/leg/Calf/foot
Often accompanied by numbness, tingling and funny sensations on the skin
Foot and ankle muscles can often go weak which can prevent you from walking on your toes or heels
Rarely, this can become permanent so prompt action is a good idea.
Back pain with leg pain (sciatica)
Sciatica occurs when irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve causes pain that may travel from the lower back into the buttock, thigh, calf or foot.
Common causes include:
- Disc bulges or disc herniation
- Joint irritation in the lower spine
- Muscle tension, including piriformis syndrome
Symptoms may include:
- Sharp, burning or electric-type pain down the leg
- Numbness or tingling
- Weakness in the foot or ankle
Early assessment is recommended, as prompt care can improve recovery and reduce the risk of persistent symptoms.
Sciatica symptoms are often described as:
Managing sciatica and nerve-related pain
Care may include:
- Spinal mobilisation and decompression techniques
- Soft tissue treatment to reduce nerve irritation
- Movement guidance and activity advice
- A structured home exercise programme
Most people improve with conservative care and do not require surgery.
Back pain care in Putney
At Live Free Wellness you benefit from:
- Experienced chiropractors registered with the General Chiropractic Council
- Individual treatment plans based on clinical assessment
- Integrated care with massage and rehabilitation
- A focus on long-term movement health and prevention
Back pain does not have to control your life.
Our team is here to help you move more comfortably and return to the activities you enjoy.
We see people with a wide range of back pain, including lower back pain, upper back pain, stiffness, muscle tension, and pain linked to posture, work, or sport.
Back pain can have many contributing factors, which is why a full assessment is important before care begins.
In most cases, no referral is needed. During your initial assessment, we’ll take a detailed history and carry out an examination to decide whether chiropractic care is appropriate.
If further investigation or referral is required, we’ll discuss this with you.
Chiropractic care may help some people with back pain by improving movement, reducing joint stiffness, and addressing contributing mechanical factors.
Outcomes vary between individuals, and care is always guided by clinical findings from your assessment.
Your first appointment includes a detailed case history, physical examination, and discussion of your symptoms and goals. If appropriate, treatment may begin on the same day.
You’ll also have the opportunity to ask questions and understand your care options.
The number of sessions varies depending on factors such as the nature of your back pain, how long it’s been present, your activity levels, and how your body responds.
We’ll review progress regularly and adjust care as needed.
Yes. Where appropriate, we may provide guidance on movement, posture, exercises, or activity modification to support your recovery and help manage back pain alongside in-clinic care.
We regularly see people whose back pain is linked to desk work, lifting, running, cycling, or gym training.
Your care will be tailored to your lifestyle and activity demands.
Most people want pain reduction, better movement, and confidence returning to normal activities. Everyone responds differently. We’ll monitor progress and adjust the plan, and we’ll be honest if we’re not seeing meaningful change.
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