Living with ongoing back pain can be frustrating and worrying, especially if you’re unsure how safe it is to move. Current research is focused on a biopsychosocial approach to low back pain. This evidence‑based approach aims to help people move with more confidence and less fear.

What is a biopsyschosocial approach?

These approaches look at you as a whole person, not just your spine. It recognises that pain is influenced by how we move, how we think and feel about pain, and the stresses of everyday life. Physio treatment is tailored to your goals, your body, and your situation.

Why focus on movement?

Many people with back pain begin to move more cautiously by holding their back stiff, avoiding bending, or tensing muscles to protect themselves. While this is understandable, these patterns can sometimes contribute to ongoing pain.

A thorough physio assessment helps you:

• Understand that your back is strong and adaptable
• Move in ways that feel safe and relaxed
• Gradually rebuild confidence in everyday activities

Movement is guided and supported, never forced.

Is it safe?

For most people, yes. Pain does not always mean damage. With the right support, movement can help calm the nervous system and reduce pain over time. Your physiotherapist will work with you to find what feels right.

What makes this approach different?

A biopsychosocial physiotherapy approach moves away from fear‑based rules and “one‑size‑fits‑all” exercises. Instead, it focuses on understanding your pain, retraining movement, and supporting long‑term change so you can get back to doing what matters to you. Call us on 9447 6152 or click here to book with our experienced physios today.

Interested to hear more?

Listen to our physio Ruth, discuss more on this topic in this two-part JOSPT insights podcast:

Part one: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/jospt-insights/id1522929437?i=1000752471849

Part two: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/jospt-insights/id1522929437?i=1000753977821