A number of circumstances can trigger spinal muscular spasms, causing pain, reduced mobility and discomfort. At Vitalis Physiotherapy, we specialise in spinal muscular spasm treatment to:
Spinal muscular spasms vary from person to person and is determined by the level of pain and type of muscular sensation within the spinal column. Back spasms are usually involuntary tensing or contraction of spinal muscles, and range from mild to severe in cause and diagnosis. They’re usually a stress response to stimulus, (e.g., spinal condition), or abnormal movement (e.g., whiplash), acting to protect the spine.
The severity and location of the spasm greatly influences symptoms, diagnosis and recovery.
Some common risk factors include:
If you have back pain and reduced mobility, it is important to have it assessed by a GP or physiotherapist. A physiotherapist will then be able to determine the possible cause, severity of the condition and the treatment required. Timely diagnosis and treatment can prevent spinal spasms from worsening and causing severe pain. They may also refer you for scans to better understand your condition.
At Vitalis Physiotherapy, we tailor a unique treatment plan to aid in your recovery through:
Your physiotherapist may also advise heat or ice application, rest and if necessary, pain medication. Additionally, they might recommend for you to use spinal support (braces), a suitable pilloworcustom foot orthotics/supportivefootwearto help stability.
Are you in pain caused by spinal spasms? Contact Vitalis Physiotherapy now to book in your treatment. Call our friendly team on 0410 559 856. We’d love to help.
