Lower Back Pain: Causes, Relief, and When to See a Physiotherapist

Lower back pain is the single most common reason patients come to SPC in Chittagong. The reassuring news: the large majority of cases are mechanical — related to muscles, joints and discs — and respond very well to physiotherapy.

What causes lower back pain?

Most back pain builds up over time from everyday habits rather than one dramatic injury:

• Long hours sitting with poor posture
• Lifting heavy objects with a bent back
• Weak core and hip muscles
• Sudden twisting or overloading
• Disc problems (a "slipped disc") that may press on a nerve

What helps at home

For a typical flare-up, these steps often bring early relief:

• Keep moving. Gentle walking beats strict bed rest, which can slow recovery.
• Use heat for 15–20 minutes to relax muscle spasm.
• Change position often and avoid sitting for long stretches.
• Never bend and twist together when you lift.

Red flags — get assessed promptly if pain travels down your leg, comes with numbness, tingling or weakness, follows a fall, or disturbs your sleep.

How physiotherapy treats back pain

At SPC we first find why your back hurts, then treat it with:

1. Manual therapy to release stiff joints and tight muscles
2. Electrotherapy (IFT / ultrasound) to calm pain and inflammation
3. A progressive exercise programme to strengthen your core and stop the pain returning

Most patients feel meaningful improvement within a few weeks and — just as importantly — learn how to keep their back healthy for the long term.

Struggling with back pain in Chittagong? Visit SPC near 2 No. Gate, Sholoshohor, open daily 10 AM–9 PM, or message us on WhatsApp to book an assessment.