Understanding Back Pain

One of the Most Common Health Problems

Low back pain is one of the most common and most costly problems of our society. It affects people of all ages and all walks of life, and it ranges from a dull, constant ache to a sudden, sharp sensation that leaves the person incapacitated.

At Sexton Chiropractic a significant part of our work involves managing acute and chronic low back pain and associated symptoms such as sciatica. We have been providing effective treatment to people experiencing low back pain for more than 25 years.

Our practices are located in Torquay on the Surf Coast, Bendigo in central Victoria, and Surrey Hills in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

How We Treat It

Our Approach to Back Pain

You will always be informed and actively involved in your care. Our chiropractors draw on a combination of manual therapy, soft tissue techniques, and rehabilitation exercises — chosen to suit your condition and stage of life.

Manual Therapy

Our chiropractors are highly skilled in delivering specific, gentle and effective manual adjustments and mobilisation techniques to the spine, aimed at improving joint mobility and proprioception — healthy nerve function.

Soft Tissue Therapy

Targeted soft tissue work relieves muscle tension, restores circulation, and reduces the protective spasm that often accompanies low back pain and sciatica. Techniques are adapted to the individual.

Stretching, Strengthening & Rehabilitation

We prescribe corrective exercises designed to support the spine between visits — building the strength and flexibility that help prevent recurrence and support lasting recovery.

We recommend a lifestyle approach to health care. We aim to work with your body, not against it — promoting the philosophy of nature first and the basic guidelines of eating well, moving well and thinking well.

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Find a Practice Near You

Surrey Hills

621 Whitehorse Road, Surrey Hills VIC 3127

Hours: Mon – Fri 8am – 7pm

(03) 9898 1282

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Bendigo

128 Queen Street, Bendigo VIC 3550

Hours: Mon – Fri 8am – 7pm · Alt. Saturdays 8am – 11am

(03) 5444 1455

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Torquay

23A Pearl Street, Torquay VIC 3228

Hours: Mon 1pm–7pm · Tue 8am–7pm · Wed 8am–11am · Thu 1pm–7pm · Fri 7am–1pm

(03) 5261 7438

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