BACK PAIN
Back Pain Treatment In Sheffield
back treatment in sheffield
Common Conditions We Treat With Back Pain Treatment
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Sciatica is a condition characterised by pain that radiates along the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back through the hips, buttock, and down the leg. It usually occurs when the nerve is compressed or irritated in the lower spine due to disc herniation, muscle spasm, or joint restriction. Symptoms include sharp or burning leg pain, numbness, tingling, and weakness, often worse when sitting, bending, or lifting. In athletes, sciatica can limit sprinting, deadlifting, squatting, and change of direction due to nerve sensitivity and reduced power.
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A lumbar ligament sprain occurs when the strong ligaments that support the joints of the lower back are overstretched or torn. This often happens during heavy lifting, sudden twisting, awkward landings, or high-speed change of direction. Symptoms include sharp pain at the time of injury, stiffness, swelling around the spine, and difficulty bending or rotating. Athletes may feel unstable through the lower back or struggle to brace effectively during lifts or contact. Lumbar ligament injuries are commonly caused by overload, poor lifting technique, contact sport collisions, or rapid changes in trunk position.
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Facet joint irritation occurs when the small joints at the back of the spine become inflamed or compressed. Pain is often felt on one side of the lower back and may be sharp with extension, twisting, or standing from sitting. Athletes may struggle with sprinting, back squats, or overhead lifting. This condition commonly results from repeated extension loading, sudden rotation, or prolonged standing or arching positions.
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Lumbar disc herniation occurs when one of the cushioning discs between the vertebrae in the lower back bulges or ruptures, irritating nearby nerves. This can cause sharp lower back pain, pain into the buttock or leg, and difficulty bending, lifting, or sitting for long periods. Athletes may notice reduced power, weakness, or pain during deadlifts, squats, or running. A herniated disc is commonly caused by heavy lifting, repetitive flexion, or sudden twisting movements.
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Sacroiliac joint dysfunction occurs when the joints connecting the pelvis to the lower spine become irritated or restricted. Pain is usually felt in one side of the lower back or buttock and may radiate into the groin or thigh. It often worsens with walking, single-leg loading, running, or stairs. This condition is common in runners, postpartum women, and athletes involved in rotational sports due to asymmetrical loading or pelvic instability.
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Non-specific lower back pain refers to back pain where no single structure is clearly identified but movement, muscle tension, and loading tolerance are significantly affected. Pain may be dull, stiff, or sharp and is often aggravated by prolonged sitting, bending, lifting, or training. It is very common in both athletes and sedentary individuals and usually develops through a combination of deconditioning, poor load management, and movement control deficits.
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Back Pain Physiotherapy In Sheffield
Is persistent back pain draining your energy, killing your motivation, and stopping you from performing at your best?
If you are searching for back pain treatment or physiotherapy for lower back pain, you are not alone. At FIT4FUNCTION, we help active people get fast, lasting results.
Back pain that is sharp, stiff, or constantly nagging can stop you training, affect sleep, and drain your energy. It may ease for a few days, then return worse than before. You start to wonder if it will ever settle.
It will not “just come with age” and you do not have to live with it.
Whether your back pain is from lifting, a disc injury, sciatica, arthritis, or long hours sitting, we focus on finding the real cause and getting you back to full movement and peak performance.
If you are ready to stop guessing and fix your back pain properly, FIT4FUNCTION can help.
Our unique approach goes far beyond traditional physiotherapy by identifying the root cause of what's holding you back and empowering you to reach your full potential.
Back Pain Specialist Treatment In Sheffield
We Have Successfully Helped Some of the Worst Back Pain Cases
Back pain is a specialist area at FIT4FUNCTION, and it is one of the most common reasons people come to see us. We work with runners, lifters, field and court-sport athletes, gym-goers, active professionals, and anyone who simply wants to move without pain and get back to performing at their best.
We regularly help people overcome complex and long-standing back problems, including sharp or aching lower back pain, stiffness, sciatica, nerve pain down the leg, back pain with lifting or bending, pain after sitting, and back pain that keeps returning no matter what you try. For many, back pain has already limited training, work, sleep, and day-to-day confidence for months or even years.
Because of our experience with back pain and sports performance, many therapists, coaches, and health professionals refer their most challenging cases to us. We frequently see people who have already tried painkillers, rest, massage, injections, or generic exercises without lasting results and are finally ready for a clear, structured plan that works.
Our approach is different because it bridges the gap between physiotherapy and strength and conditioning. We do not just treat the painful area. We identify the real drivers of your back pain such as reduced strength, poor load tolerance, irritated nerves, movement control issues, previous injury, or training errors. Then we build a progressive rehabilitation plan that restores strength, confidence, and high-level performance — not just temporary pain relief.
The fit4function pain to performance system
At FIT4FUNCTION, we specialise in helping people overcome foot and ankle pain so they can move, train, and perform at their best again. Whether you are struggling to walk without limping, aiming to return to running, or preparing for sport after injury, we follow a clear, proven process designed to take you from pain to full performance.
We go beyond simply treating the sore area. We identify the real reasons your foot or ankle continues to hurt, including how you load the joint, how you move, your strength, footwear, training history, and previous injuries. Providing you with a plan you can access daily from anywhere, anytime via our mobile app with 24/7 access to our team so you can continue to progress guaranteeing you achieve your goals.
Built in elite sport, refined for people who want more from their bodies
Our approach was shaped in high performance environments where athletes need to solve problems quickly and return to full function with confidence. This experience led us to develop a clear and systematic method that works when standard, symptom focused approaches fall short. We now use this same system to help motivated people overcome foot and ankle pain, get back to the activities they love, and reach higher levels of performance.
When athletes from Sheffield Rugby, Beardow’s Boxing, AWA athletics, Concord Judo and ambitious people across our community need reliable results, they trust the FIT4FUNCTION approach. Our systematic method is designed for those who cannot simply wait and see. We focus on finding and addressing the true cause of the problem so you can get back to performing at your best with clarity and confidence.
We then build a structured plan combining physiotherapy, progressive rehabilitation, and targeted strength and conditioning to restore confidence, resilience, and lasting performance.
A System That Delivers Results
We combine effective hands on treatment with targeted, performance focused exercise that fits realistically into your schedule. Nothing is generic or copy and paste. Every step is designed to help you keep making progress while continuing the active lifestyle that matters to you. While eliminating pain matters, our ultimate goal is helping you move and perform with confidence. We don't just want you pain-free. We want you achieving your goals and enjoying life without limitations
tailored treatment and individualised goal setting
How We Are Different
Give us 60 minutes and we will show you exactly how to get out of BACK pain fast
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Whether you are looking for expert BACK pain treatment in person or prefer an online appointment, the FIT4FUNCTION team is ready to help you get back to doing what you love without fear, stiffness, or pain. Our specialists provide clear answers and a personalised plan that actually lasts.
You can schedule your 60 minute initial assessment easily through our online booking system or by contacting us directly. We also offer evening and weekend availability, as well as convenient virtual consultations, so you can get the support you need wherever you are.
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You will work one to one with an expert back physiotherapist, either in clinic or online. From your very first session we will identify the true cause of your problem, agree clear goals, and build a plan together to get you back to the activities that matter to you.
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You will receive targeted treatment and immediate strategies to help reduce your pain, whether you attend in person or online. Your plan is built around your lifestyle, your goals, and the time you realistically have available, so you can start feeling better and progressing straight away.
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Continue your ankle/foot pain rehab with our ongoing support, progress reviews, and regular follow up sessions. We make adjustments to your program as you improve to ensure lasting results and a confident, pain free return to the activities you care about.
Don’t Believe That There Is Effective And Lasting Relief From Back Pain?
We understand if you feel sceptical about whether anything will actually help. Many people come to FIT4FUNCTION believing their back pain is something they simply have to live with, especially after months or years of struggling.
But real results change minds.
Through personalised assessment, targeted treatment, and smart strength and conditioning, we have helped countless people return to the things that matter to them — training without fear, lifting with confidence, competing again, or simply getting through the day without pain dominating every decision.
You do not have to settle for “this is just how it is.”
There is a clear route back to movement, confidence, and performance. We are here to help you take it.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Many people come to us after months or years of persistent back pain. With the right assessment and a structured plan that improves strength, mobility, and load tolerance, most long-standing back pain can improve significantly. Chronic does not mean permanent.
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Not usually. Most back pain does not require imaging and can be accurately diagnosed through a thorough assessment. If we believe an MRI or medical referral is necessary, we will tell you clearly and help arrange it.
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In most cases, yes. Stopping all activity can actually make back pain worse. We will guide you on what movements to avoid initially and what you can keep doing safely, then build you back toward full training and performance.
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This depends on the cause of your pain, how long you have had it, and how consistent you are with your plan. Some people improve within a few sessions, while more complex cases take several weeks. We set clear timeframes after your first assessment so you know what to expect.
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Pain, tingling, or numbness down the leg can be a sign of nerve irritation. We assess which structures are involved and use targeted treatment and progressive loading to reduce nerve sensitivity and restore movement and strength safely.
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We do not rely on short-term relief. Our approach combines physiotherapy with progressive strength and conditioning to address the real reason your back hurts, not just the symptoms. You get a clear diagnosis, a structured plan, coaching support, and a route back to full performance.
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