Skip to content Anna presented with a three-year history of lower back pain: constant dull ache (3–4/10) worsening to 7/10 after long working days. Assessment revealed significant hip flexor tightness, weak deep core stabilisers, and a flat lumbar lordosis consistent with prolonged sitting.
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Comprehensive postural and movement assessment. Soft tissue treatment targeting psoas, TFL, and thoracolumbar fascia. Immediate pain reduction reported.
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Dead bug and bird-dog progressions to re-establish deep core activation. Hip flexor protocol and ergonomic desk assessment provided.
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Progressive strengthening - glute bridges, Romanian deadlifts, pallof press. Resting pain reduced to 0–1/10 by session 6.
Full resolution of resting pain and only occasional mild discomfort during extended travel. Continues a 10-minute daily maintenance programme. No significant recurrence in six months.
Pain Resolved
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