Lower Back Pain Treatment in Mornington
Find what’s driving your back pain and fix it, for lasting results rather than temporary relief.
Back pain that keeps coming back is telling you something
If bending to pick something up, sitting through a long workday or getting out of the car sets your back off, rest might settle it for a few days. But when it keeps coming back, it’s a sign the cause hasn’t been dealt with. Recurring back pain often comes down to how your hips, core and back are sharing the load. We find what’s driving yours, settle the pain with hands-on treatment, then build the strength and movement that help stop it returning.
Every session is one-on-one with Yannick, a Doctor of Physiotherapy with a background in strength and conditioning. No GP referral needed.
One-on-one sessions, open 7 days
WorkCover and NDIS welcome. Health fund rebates on the spot.
Why lower back pain keeps coming back
Lower back pain rarely comes out of nowhere. It’s usually linked to how your body moves and loads and where it’s missing the strength or mobility to support itself. Common contributing factors include:
Sciatica and nerve-related back pain
Sciatica is one of the most misunderstood back conditions we treat. It describes pain that travels from the lower back through the buttock and into the leg, often with numbness, tingling or weakness. It’s caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve, most commonly from a disc bulge, herniation or tight surrounding muscles.
We assess sciatica carefully to find the specific cause and build your rehab around it. For most people, a combination of hands-on treatment, nerve mobility work and progressive strengthening is the recommended first approach and many improve without needing surgery.
Yannick Chani
Doctor of Physiotherapy. Strength and conditioning experience with Richmond (VFL), Sandringham Zebras, Uni Blues and St Kilda Southern Saints.
Meet Yannick →Lower back conditions we treat
Muscle and joint
- Lumbar muscle strains
- Facet joint dysfunction
- Sacroiliac joint pain
- Postural lower back pain
Disc and nerve
- Disc bulges and herniations
- Sciatica and nerve-related pain
- Chronic lower back pain
Work, sport and surgery
- Work-related back injuries
- Sports-related lumbar injuries
- Pre and post-surgical spinal rehabilitation
Frequently asked questions
Can physiotherapy help with chronic lower back pain?
Yes. The key is identifying what’s actually driving the pain, not just managing the symptoms. Our approach combines manual therapy, strength work and movement rehabilitation to address both.
When should I see a physiotherapist for lower back pain?
We recommend seeing a physiotherapist if your lower back pain lasts more than a few days, keeps returning or limits your ability to move comfortably. Signs it’s time to get help include persistent stiffness, pain that spreads to your legs, muscle weakness or difficulty with everyday activities like walking, bending or standing. Early treatment can prevent the issue from getting worse and support a faster, more effective recovery.
Can physiotherapy help with sciatica?
Yes. For most people, physiotherapy is the recommended first approach for sciatica. We identify the source of nerve irritation, work to reduce it through hands-on treatment and targeted exercise and build strength around the lower back and hip to help stop it coming back.
What techniques are used in treatment?
We use a combination of hands-on manual therapy, targeted strengthening, movement rehabilitation and load management, all built around your specific presentation and goals.
Do I need a referral to see a physiotherapist?
No. You can book directly with us at any time. If your GP refers you under a Chronic Disease Management plan, you may be eligible for Medicare rebates.
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Ready to move without back pain?
Book online or give us a call. No GP referral needed.