Can osteopathy in Bristol prevent back pain?

I often get asked by patients; can osteopathy in Bristol prevent back pain, and my answer depends largely on the specific issues faced by each patient.

Prevention is always my preferred osteopathic approach. There are often occasions where a patient has ongoing back pain and I can help them to manage and maintain their issue on a day-to-day basis.

As a leading Bristol osteopath I would never state that osteopathic treatments can fully prevent back pain issues from occurring for a patient, however preventative osteopathic treatment can help hugely.

One of my patients who I see on a regular basis for treatment of back pain, as well as soreness in the neck and general stiffness, has agreed to be interviewed for this News item as a case study to highlight how osteopathy can help to provide a more comfortable life with better movement.

This male patient is 45 years old and works in Bristol as a software developer.

How long have you been visiting Alex Prince Osteopathy for back pain treatment?

“Alex has been treating me for nearly six years now, and I visit him for an osteopathic treatment every six weeks.”

What are the specific issues that Alex’s osteopathic treatments deal with?

“I hurt my back when I was 18, and being 6 feet 6 inches tall, I have suffered with ongoing lower back pain as a result of both that injury and my height.”

Where did you first hear of Alex Prince Osteopathy?

“A friend recommended me to Alex, and he’s been the best osteopath in Bristol in my experience. I tried a few other osteopaths in Bristol, but they didn’t really deal with the issue.”

Why do you continue to visit Alex for osteopathic treatments in Bristol?

“I find that stiffness builds up in my lower back, and the six-weekly treatments by Alex really help to maintain a good level of flexibility. I also have two children, so being able to move comfortably is really important to me.”

What osteopathic treatment do you receive from Alex?

“We start with an assessment and then gentle manipulation. Alex then works on my back pain using thorough and effective osteopathic techniques.” 

Have there been any other benefits from working with Alex?

“Unlike other osteopaths in Bristol who just delivered a treatment and that was it, Alex has provided ongoing advice and support on lifestyle changes to implement, things not to do, as well as stretching exercises I can do at home.”

What have you learned from working with Alex to treat your back pain?

“It’s been really useful on a number of levels, and I’ve discovered specific exercises to utilise in my day-to-day life, as well as techniques such as Foam Rolling, to enhance my comfort levels and ease back pain problems overall.”

Is there anything else you’d like to add?

“Having been working with Alex for some time now, he has really improved my quality of life and eased my back pain issues. I heartily recommend him.”

To find out more about general tips on reducing back and neck pain by using osteopathy in Bristol, please visit a recent News item I wrote here.

To book online for my osteopathic services in BS6, please visit here.

To find out more about the full range of osteopathic treatments that I provide for patients in Westbury Park, Clifton, Redland, Cotham and Henleaze, please visit here.