Persistent upper back pain
Persistent upper back pain can also signal more serious situations such as heart disease, rib fracture and pain caused by digestive organs being in distress.
Osteopaths can screen for these serious medical conditions and refer you for additional tests as needed.
In order to treat back pain, the osteopath will first examine, then diagnose, and finally treat the patient using different manual techniques that are individually tailored for the particular back issues of presented by the patient.
Lastly, the osteopath will give advice as to how to reduce the risk of the back pain returning by suggesting an ergonomic assessment of your work station, or home seating situation and give you advice regarding your posture that may also benefit you.
