Back pain
Back Pain Treatment In Rochdale
Get Long-Lasting Relief at Sportivo. Even If Other Treatments Haven’t Worked
Find What’s Really Wrong
We don’t just treat the painful site; we uncover the hidden driver.
Fast Pain Relief
Hands-on treatment to calm irritation and make a difference in your first session.
Results That Last
A tailored plan that restores movement, strength, and long-term confidence.
Back Pain Conditions We Treat
We provide effective rehabilitation for back pain and treat a variety of underlying conditions.
Lumbar Disc Herniation (Slipped Disc)
A herniated disc, sometimes called a slipped or ruptured disc, occurs when the soft centre (nucleus pulposus) of a spinal disc pushes out through a tear in its tougher outer shell (annulus fibrosus). This can place pressure on nearby nerves, leading to pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in the back, buttocks, or limbs depending on the disc’s location. Herniated discs are most common in the lower back (lumbar spine) but may also affect the neck (cervical spine). They typically result from age-related wear and tear, repetitive strain, or lack of movement. A targeted rehabilitation plan strengthens the muscles around the spine, reduces inflammation, and helps manage symptoms effectively.
Lower Back Muscle Strain
Lower back muscle strains are common and typically occur after sudden movements, improper lifting, or prolonged poor posture. Symptoms include tightness, muscle spasms, and reduced mobility.
Sciatica
Sciatica refers to pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve from the lower back down the leg. It is often caused by a herniated disc or spinal stenosis pressing on the nerve roots
Spinal Stenosis
Spinal stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal, which can compress nerves and cause back and leg pain, especially with walking or standing. Symptoms improve with bending forward.
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylolisthesis happens when one vertebra slips forward over the one beneath it, leading to lower back pain and stiffness. It can be congenital or the result of stress fractures.
Facet Joint Dysfunction
Facet joint dysfunction involves irritation or stiffness of the joints connecting the vertebrae. This may cause sharp or localised pain with rotation or extension.
Sacroiliac Joint Pain
Sacroiliac joint pain is caused by dysfunction or inflammation at the joint between the sacrum and pelvis. It causes low back or buttock pain and may worsen with standing or walking.
Lower Back Pain
Lower back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal issues, affecting people of all ages and lifestyles. It can be caused by poor posture, prolonged sitting, muscular imbalances, lifting injuries, or underlying spine conditions. Symptoms range from a dull ache to sharp discomfort that can limit daily movement.
Postural Back Pain
Postural back pain stems from prolonged poor posture or muscle imbalances, often due to sitting. It leads to dull, achy discomfort.
Break Free from Back Pain. Reclaim Strength, Energy, and Confidence Stop letting back pain drain your energy, limit your freedom, and hold you back. At Sportivo, we don’t just mask symptoms, we solve the root cause so you can move freely and live without fear of flare-ups.
Living with back pain isn’t just uncomfortable — it’s exhausting. It steals your focus at work, drains your mood at home, and makes even simple things like walking, training, or sitting through a meeting feel like a battle.
Maybe you’ve tried stretching, painkillers, or waiting it out — only for the pain to creep back, often worse than before. You’re left wondering: “Will this ever go away? Do I just have to live with it?”
The truth? Back pain isn’t just “part of getting older.” Whether it comes from a slipped disc, muscle strain, arthritis, or years of poor posture, it has a cause — and that means it has a solution.
At Sportivo, we specialise in uncovering what’s really driving your pain and fixing it at the source. Using expert assessment, hands-on treatment, and structured rehab, we help you:
Calm pain quickly
Rebuild strength and mobility
Prevent flare-ups from coming back
Beyond Physiotherapy: The Sportivo Sports Rehabilitation Solution — Powered by the ProSport Approach
When back pain strikes, most people search for a physio. But here’s the truth: traditional physiotherapy often focuses only on short-term pain relief. It can ease the symptoms, but too often the pain creeps back.
At Sportivo Sports Rehabilitation, we take it further. Using the world-renowned ProSport approach, trusted by elite athletes and professional teams, we uncover the true cause of your back pain and fix it at the source.
This isn’t about managing pain — it’s about ending the cycle so you can get back to moving, training, and living without constant setbacks.
Born in Elite Sport, Applied to You
The ProSport approach, created by Dave O’Sullivan for professional rugby, was built to solve complex injuries under pressure. At Sportivo Sports Rehabilitation, we bring this same proven method to everyday people — helping you overcome back pain, recover quicker, and build lasting strength.
A Trusted System for Real Results
When athletes and ambitious people need lasting results, they choose the ProSport approach. As a sports rehabilitator trained directly in this system, I apply the same framework to uncover what’s driving your pain and rebuild your confidence in movement — so you can perform at your best.
The ProSport 3-Layer Assessment in Action
Unlike traditional physio that focuses only on where it hurts, the 3-Layer Assessment digs deeper. At Sportivo, I use this structured process to understand your full movement story, identify the hidden issues holding you back, and build a plan to fix the root cause — not just the symptoms.
Rehabilitation Designed Around Your Life
Your recovery shouldn’t feel like a second job. That’s why at Sportivo, your program combines hands-on treatment with progressive rehab exercises that fit seamlessly into your schedule. No one-size-fits-all — every step is designed to keep you moving forward.
More Than Just Pain Relief
ain-free is only the starting point. My goal at Sportivo is to help you move with confidence and strength — whether that means training in the gym, enjoying weekends without flare-ups, or simply working without constant discomfort.
Tailored to Your Unique Goals
Every person’s journey is different. By combining the ProSport approach with my expertise in sports rehabilitation, I adapt the system to your specific needs — so you can get back to doing the things that matter most, with long-term resilience.
Our 80/20 treatment philosophy means 80% of our focus is on finding and addressing the root cause, while 20% targets immediate symptom relief. This ensures long-lasting results that keep you moving confidently.
Here Is How The ProSport Approach Works
We listen to your story, piece the clues together and using the ProSport ‘3 Layer’ approach to find the true cause of your problem.
We explain the problem and solution in a simple, easy to follow way. We map out a realistic, simple and direct plan together so you can achieve your dream outcome.
We use our unique ‘ProSport’ exercises combined with hands on treatment to ensure you can get long lasting relief.
We address the true cause of your problem by following The ‘Pro Sport’ 80/20 rule. 20% of our time is focused on your symptoms and 80% concentrating on the true cause of your problem.
We are able to hit specific, measurable milestones in each session. This rebuilds your confidence and encourages your body to move with thoughtless, fearless, movement in everyday life.
You have access to 24/7 support from our team of therapists. All of your rehab exercises are sent directly to you after each session so you can continue to progress guaranteeing you achieve your goals.
Our Proven Back Pain Treatment Approach
Proven At The Highest Levels
Our back pain treatment method goes deeper than quick fixes.
Find the driver – A detailed movement assessment to pinpoint the true cause of your lower back pain.
Calm the system – Hands-on treatment to ease pain, stiffness, and protective muscle tension.
Rebuild resilient movement – A tailored set of precise exercises to restore strength, prevent flare ups, and give you lasting results.
Logical, Evidence-Based Progress
We combine the ProSport approach by Dave O’Sullivan with sports rehabilitation to deliver treatment you can trust.
Clear, transparent treatment plans with no jargon
Realistic timelines for recovery — no false promises
A systematic, evidence-based approach proven to improve performance and prevent recurring back pain
How We Are Different
From Pain to Performance. Back Pain Relief That Lasts Confidence That Stays. You don’t have to keep living around stiffness, flare ups or sleepless nights. At Sportivo in Rochdale we don’t just mask the pain. We find the true cause, calm it quickly and rebuild your strength so you can move freely and trust your body again.
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Book Your Back Pain Treatment Appointment Now
Schedule a convenient time for your initial visit using our online booking system or by giving us a call. Evening and Saturday appointments are available to suit your schedule.
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One To One Appointments To Find The Root Problems
From your very first session, we’ll uncover the true cause of your back pain, set clear goals that matter to you, and create a personalised plan to get you moving with confidence again.
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Personalized Treatment and Hands-On Care
Receive immediate relief with our hands-on treatments. We’ll build your treatment plan around your lifestyle.
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24/7 Continued Support With Your Exercises Emailed To You
Continue your back pain treatment with our support and regular follow-up appointments, and any necessary adjustments to ensure lasting relief and a pain-free life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What causes lower back pain?
Lower back pain usually comes from a combination of factors, not a single torn muscle. Common drivers include irritated facet joints, a sensitised disc, nerve root irritation that can refer pain into the leg, muscle guarding after overload, and stiffness or weakness around the hips and trunk. Your assessment identifies the true driver so treatment is focused and effective.
What is sciatica?
Sciatica is nerve related pain that travels from the lower back or buttock into the leg. It may feel sharp, burning, or tingling and can come with pins and needles or weakness. Most cases improve with a plan that calms the irritated nerve, restores hip and trunk strength, and gradually reloads everyday movements such as sitting, bending, and lifting.
Muscle pain or disc pain?
Muscle pain is usually local, often eases with gentle movement or heat, and is sore to touch. Disc sensitive pain is commonly worse in the morning or after sitting, can spike with bending, coughing, or sneezing, and may refer into the buttock or leg. A thorough assessment removes the guesswork and identifies the driver.
Do I need a scan or X ray?
Most people do not. Scans show structure rather than pain and often reveal normal age related changes. Imaging is useful when there are red flags, significant trauma, progressive nerve loss, or when symptoms do not change after a few weeks of guided rehabilitation. If imaging is indicated, we will advise you and help arrange it.
Can I keep training with back pain?
Yes. Stay active within comfort. Reduce load and range, keep the movements that feel good, and swap painful lifts for variations you can control. Short walks, cycling, and gentle mobility help more than strict rest. Your plan sets clear steps to build back up safely.
What to expect in your first appointment?
We listen to your story, test movement and strength to find the driver, and settle symptoms with hands on treatment. You leave with a plan that includes one to three key exercises, guidance on what to avoid for now, and a timeline for progress.
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