Back Pain
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Back Pain In Bedford
If you’re dealing with back pain in Bedford, the Body Sage Clinic offers clear, practical treatment options without guesswork. We’ve specialised in muscular injury care for over a decade, helping people with both acute back pain and long-standing, recurring problems get moving again with less pain and better confidence.
Back pain rarely has a single cause. It can develop suddenly after a specific incident or build slowly over time due to work, training, stress, or reduced movement. Our role is not to label it, but to assess what’s driving your pain and apply the most appropriate hands-on treatment to improve how your back functions.
We commonly treat back pain using Injury Therapy, which may include sports massage, myofascial cupping, dry-needling acupuncture, movement advice, and pacing strategies. For more complex or persistent cases, Injury Therapy Plus offers a more structured and explicit clinical approach. These therapies are designed to complement medical care, physiotherapy, or osteopathy where appropriate.
Early, well-directed treatment gives you the best chance of improvement. While not all back pain can be completely resolved, almost all back pain can be improved with the right combination of hands-on therapy, guidance, and time.
How we help with back pain
Back pain is rarely just “one tight muscle.” It often involves a combination of muscle tension, reduced movement, protective guarding, and irritation of surrounding tissues. Our treatments focus on:
- Reducing pain and muscle tone.
- Improving movement and tolerance to load.
- Addressing contributing factors rather than chasing symptoms
- Helping you return to normal activity with confidence
Treatment is always adapted to your presentation on the day. Some sessions are gentle and pain-focused; others are more mechanical and movement-led, depending on what your back needs at that stage.
Choosing the right treatment for back pain
Injury Therapy
The safest and most appropriate starting point for most back pain, whether acute, chronic, or persistent.
Injury Therapy Plus
Best suited to complex, recurring, or long-standing back pain where a more structured clinical approach is required.
Sports Performance Therapy
Suitable for active people and athletes whose back pain is linked to training load, movement restriction, or residual issues from past injuries. This option focuses on restoring function, maintaining performance, and reducing injury risk rather than treating acute pain.
Cupping Therapy
Can be booked as a standalone option or used alongside other treatments, particularly for muscular and fascial restriction.
WHAT TREATMENT IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Back Pain FAQs
Still have questions? Call us for a quick chat.
What causes back pain?
Back pain has many possible causes. Work demands, training load, prolonged sitting, stress, previous injuries, reduced movement, and sudden overload can all play a role. Often, it’s a combination rather than a single event.
Why does back pain feel so severe?
The spine is closely linked to the nervous system. When tissues become irritated or protective muscle tension increases, pain can feel intense even when serious damage isn’t present.
Are there different types of back pain?
Yes. Back pain can be acute, chronic, localised, or referred. This is why assessment matters, treatment should match how your pain behaves, not just where it hurts.
Will massage help with back pain?
In most cases, yes. Hands-on therapy can reduce muscle tension, improve movement, and calm the nervous system. It is rarely a complete solution on its own, but it is often a very effective part of recovery.
Does Acupuncture help with back pain?
Dry-needling acupuncture can be very effective, particularly in the early or more painful stages, by reducing muscle guarding and pain sensitivity.
When should I see my GP or go to hospital?
If you experience severe trauma, unexplained weight loss, night pain, changes in bladder or bowel control, or progressive neurological symptoms, seek medical advice immediately.
I’ve been given painkillers, will they help?
Medication can be useful in the early stages to manage pain and inflammation. It doesn’t fix the underlying issue, but it can make movement and recovery more manageable.
I was only given exercises by a physiotherapist, is that enough?
Exercises are essential, but many people benefit from manual therapy alongside them. Hands-on treatment can make movement easier and more comfortable, allowing exercises to be more effective.
Does posture cause back pain?
Posture affects how your spine is loaded, but it’s rarely the sole cause. Improving movement variety, strength, and tolerance to load is usually more important than “perfect posture.”
What if my job contributes to my back pain?
Work is a common contributor. Adjustments to seating, workload, movement breaks, or manual handling can make a significant difference. Addressing this early is important.
My back hurts most in the morning, why?
This can be influenced by sleep position, mattress suitability, stiffness from reduced movement overnight, or sensitivity of the tissues. It’s common and usually manageable.
