Lower Back Pain
From couch ache to comeback: Beating lower back pain in Dublin 7
I’ll never forget the moment my cousin Liam bent down to pick up a sock and - bam - his back went out like a light switch. One sock. That’s all it took. He ended up stuck on the couch for two days, using a wooden spoon to scratch his feet (true story). Sound familiar? Lower back pain doesn’t need a dramatic injury to make its grand entrance, and in our Dublin 7 clinic, we hear versions of Liam’s story all the time.
Common Symptoms of Lower Back Pain:
Dull aches that radiate through the hips or buttocks
Sharp pain when bending, lifting, or twisting
Stiffness in the morning or after long periods of sitting
Difficulty standing upright or walking long distances
Pain that improves with movement—or worsens!
What causes it?
Spoiler alert: it's not always a slipped disc or something scary. At our Dublin 7 clinic, we see a mix of causes for lower back pain
Poor posture (thanks, laptops and couches!)
Weak core or glute muscles
Prolonged sitting or standing
Overuse from lifting or sports
Old injuries that didn’t heal properly
Treatment Options at Sports Physio Ireland Dublin 7:
Here’s where we come in. Our team builds a tailored treatment plan based on your lifestyle and the root cause of your pain.
We may use:
Manual therapy and spinal mobilisation
Dry needling and trigger point release
Core strengthening and movement control exercises
Postural retraining
Ergonomic advice (because your desk may be the villain here)
At-Home Tips for Relief:
Keep moving: Gentle walking helps circulation and loosens stiffness
Stretch daily: Especially your hamstrings and hip flexors
Ice or heat: Try both to see what your back responds to best
Use a lumbar roll: Especially when sitting at work or in the car
Case Study – Real relief for lower back pain in Dublin 7:
Sarah, a tech worker from Dublin 7, came in with chronic desk-induced back pain. Within four sessions, she was back to daily walks and yoga—without reaching for painkillers.
Download Your Free Lower Back Pain Info Pack
Need a step-by-step plan to relieve your back pain? Download our free guide with stretches, tips, and treatment info—perfect for your road to recovery.
Final thoughts:
Lower back pain doesn’t need to be your forever story. With the right care (and fewer socks on the floor), you can move freely again. Book your consultation with our Dublin 7 physio team today.
