back pain
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The Best Running Shoes for Back Pain (And Why They Work)
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Physio-Backed Picks + How to Go Beyond Footwear for Lasting Relief. If running or walking leaves your back aching, your shoes might be part of the problem – but they’re rarely the full story. As a physiotherapist who helps people recover from back pain every day, I often get asked:“What are the best running shoes…
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Soothe Your Back: How Heat Therapy Helps and My Favourite Self-Care Products
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Why Use Heat for Back Pain Relief? If you’ve ever pressed a hot water bottle against an aching back, you’ll know how comforting it can be. But what does heat therapy actually do — and is it really effective for back pain? As a physiotherapist, I can confidently say: yes, heat can help. Let’s look…
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Why Your Back Hurts After Golf — And How to Fix It
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Love Golf but Hate the Stiffness After? If you’re walking off the 18th hole with a sore back more often than not, you’re not alone. Or maybe like many I see the 9th hole is your current limit! As a physiotherapist, I regularly help golfers who are starting to feel the wear and tear of…
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The Best Golf Shoes for Back Pain: Comfort, Support & Smarter Swings
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Golf is a brilliant way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors—but if you struggle with back pain, it can really take the joy out of the game. As a Physiotherapist, I see many golfers who want to keep playing without aggravating their back. And the right shoes can make a big difference. So this…
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Posture and Back Pain: How to Feel Better, Stand Taller, and Stay Pain-Free
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Back pain can really get you down — physically and emotionally. But today, I want to lift you back up. Join me on a journey to improve your posture and, in turn, your overall well-being. As a physiotherapist, I see the problems caused by poor posture every single day in clinic. But I also get…
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Are Your Feet Affecting Your Back?
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The Surprising Connection Between Your Feet and Your Back When you think about back pain, you probably picture your spine, your muscles, or maybe your posture — but what about your feet? Your feet are the foundation of your entire body.If that foundation is unstable, imbalanced, or poorly supported, the effects can travel upwards, leading…
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The Best Sandals for Back Pain: Support, Comfort, and Style for Happier Steps
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Why Choosing the Right Sandals Matters for Back Pain When you’re managing back pain, it’s not just about mattresses and office chairs — it’s also about your footwear.Your feet are your foundation. If they aren’t properly supported, the ripple effect can travel up through your ankles, knees, hips, and all the way to your back.…
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Barefoot Shoes for Back Pain: Can They Help or Hurt? Expert Insight and Practical Advice
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As barefoot shoes gain popularity for their promise of natural movement and comfort, many wonder if they might be beneficial for back pain. It’s certainly something that patients have asked me about, so I thought we could take a closer look. If you’ve been curious about whether barefoot shoes could help or potentially worsen back…
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My Go-To Walking Shoes for Achy Backs (and Why They Work)
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When your back is aching, the right shoes can make all the difference. Whether you’re walking around the block or running errands, proper footwear helps reduce strain on your back and improve comfort. Here are my go-to walking shoes for achy backs, and why they work: Note: This post contains affiliate links. If you choose…
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Why You Can’t Rely on MRI or X-ray to Explain Your Back Pain
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If you’ve had an MRI or X-ray and been told, “It’s just wear and tear,” or “Your spine looks fine,”—you might have felt frustrated, confused, or even dismissed. Or maybe you’ve had the opposite:Your scan shows disc degeneration, bulging discs, or arthritis… and suddenly you’re terrified. But here’s the truth:Scans don’t always tell the full…
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