Low back pain
Why is osteopathy effective against chronic low back pain?
Low back pain affects a large part of the world’s population. In Dubai, between the long hours of sitting work, prolonged driving and sometimes intense sports practice, these chronic pains are frequent. They limit mobility, disrupt daily life and often generate fatigue.
Osteopathy offers a natural and global response to understand the origin of these pains and sustainably relieve them.
Understanding chronic low back pain
Lumbalgies are not all the same. They can be related to :
1. Prolonged bad posture (office, car)
2. A muscle or joint imbalance
3. A lack of mobility of the pelvis or spine
4. A stress that accentuates muscle tension
Often, pain is just the visible part of a deeper imbalance.
The role of osteopathy in treatment
The osteopath is not content with "working on pain" :
He seeks to identify the origin of the problem: reduced mobility of the pelvis, postural imbalance, persistent muscle tensions
Gentle manual techniques help restore mobility to tissues and joints
The overall work (spine, diaphragm, hips, even lower limbs) helps to sustainably relieve the lumbar area
The observed benefits
After a few sessions, patients report :
A significant decrease in pain
Improved mobility and flexibility
Less muscle tension in the lower back
Better daily comfort (sitting, standing, moving)
When to consult a back osteopath ?
You may consider a consultation if you suffer from :
Recurrent lower back pain for several weeks or months
Regular blockages (difficulty getting up, limited movements)
Increasing pains at the office or after a long day
Persistent discomfort despite conventional treatments (medications, physiotherapy)
My advice as an Osteopath
Here are a few simple habits to protect your lower back and prevent pain :
Adjust your sitting posture: feet flat, back straight
Maintain a cool, quiet and dark room
Take 5 to 10 minutes of deep breathing or meditation
Drink enough water to maintain tissue elasticity
Practice light strengthening of the core muscles to stabilize the spine
Sleep on a suitable mattress and try to vary the positions
Consult an osteopath to correct postural imbalances
Mathilde Valade - Osteopath
