Back Pain & Spinal Traction Physio Altona North | Altona Physiotherapy

Back Pain & Spinal Traction Physio Altona North | Altona Physiotherapy

  • Stop letting back pain control your life

  • Hands-on treatment

  • A step-by-step plan to get you moving again

  • Same-week appointments available

  • HICAPS accepted on the spot

  • Experienced local physios

Back Pain Won’t Wait… Neither Should Your Body

Back Pain Won’t Wait… Neither Should Your Body

  • Pain flares at the worst moments

  • Stiffness never fully eases

  • You can’t bend, lift, or sit comfortably

  • Imagine waking up tomorrow… less pain, more freedom, confidence to move without fear

No rushed sessions. No cookie-cutter programs. Just results you can feel.

No rushed sessions. No cookie-cutter programs. Just results you can feel.

  • Listen: Every ache, flare, and limitation matters.

  • Hands-On Treatment: Targeted therapy that reduces pain and restores movement.

  • Step-by-Step Recovery Plan: Exercises you can follow with support at every stage.

Back Pain We Specialise In

Back Pain We Specialise In

  • Lower back pain & stiffness

  • Disc and nerve problems

  • Locked or restricted backs

  • Pain from lifting, work, or sports

  • Recurring flare-ups

Targeted Relief: Lumbar Spinal Traction Therapy

  • For structural disc injuries, sciatic pain, stenosis and nerve root compression, hands-on therapy and exercises work best when paired with mechanical support. Our Altona North clinic utilizes lumbar spinal traction, a foundational, time-tested physical therapy method used safely for years.

  • In the modern clinical landscape, this treatment approach is widely known as non-surgical spinal decompression. It is an honest, evidence-based therapy designed to target the mechanical root cause of severe lower back pain and sciatica.

How It Works to Decompress the Pressure Inside the Disc

When you sit, stand, or lift, gravity constantly compresses your lower back. If a spinal disc is injured or bulging, this pressure squeezes the disc...

Is Spinal Traction Right for You?

We never put a patient straight onto a traction unit. Your safety is our primary focus. If you are experiencing sciatica, a herniated disc, or chronic...

The Best Exercise for Your Back? The One You Actually Do.

When it comes to back health, we often think we need specialized classes like Pilates or complex "core" routines to see results. But recent research suggests a more empowering reality: consistency beats complexity.

A 2026 study in the Journal of Physiotherapy highlights that simple, regular movement is the "active ingredient" in recovery. In fact, patients who focused on natural, relaxed movement, rather than rigid core bracing, often saw better outcomes.

Why Home Exercises Win:

  • Zero Barrier to Entry: No commute, no memberships, no equipment.

  • Lower Stress: Focus on moving comfortably rather than "getting the technique perfect."

  • Higher Frequency: A daily 10-minute habit at home is often more effective for long-term pain relief than a single weekly class.

Pilates is a fantastic tool if you enjoy it, but don't feel you have to "chase" it to get better. Your path to a healthy spine can be as simple as a few key movements in your own living room.

Move often, move naturally, and keep it simple.

Altona Physiotherapy & Sports Injuries Centre

Altona Physiotherapy & Sports Injuries Centre

  • Over 50 years helping the Altona North community

  • Experienced, hands-on physiotherapists

  • One-on-one appointments, no rushing

  • Clear explanation + easy rehab plan

  • Easy online booking & HICAPS accepted

Take Back Control of Your Life

Take Back Control of Your Life

  • Back pain doesn’t need to rule your day.

  • Don’t wait for the next flare-up. Start moving freely again this week.

  • Appointments available this week

  • HICAPS accepted