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    What kind of lower back pain do I have?

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    I have suffered with this pain for 4years and now I can not do daily duties or work. My lower back pain on the right hand side has shot down to my hip, thighs and knee. There are so many symptoms for lower back pain that I don't know which pain I have. Can you refer me to a good specialist?
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  • Brian Lee

    Physiotherapist

    I graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2004 and have worked in various healthcare settings, including primary care, private practice and community health services, … View Profile

    I would suggest that you see your GP first, who can organize some scan to determine what structures and to what extent that they are involved. From there, he will be able to advise you to see whether physio or orthopedic surgeon. 

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  • Dr Ali Abdo

    Osteopath

    Ali treats people from all walks of life and a variety of complaints. His interests lie in treating and rehabilitating sports injuries, treating headaches and … View Profile

    Low back pain can be caused by multiple factors. An osteopath will undertake a detailed medical history followed by a thorough physical examination. Prior to the commencment of hands-on treatment the osteopath would have come up with a diagnosis and the possible reason/s of your low back pain. This will allow the osteopath to do one or some of the following:

    - perform the appropriate hands-on treatment and if required prescribe appropriate exercises for your condition

    - send you for scans

    - advise you to see your GP for further examination or testing if required

    If you are taking painkillers this will only musk your pain and can likely do more damage. It would be best to consult with an osteopath/physiotherapist/chiropractor in order to address the primary cause of your pain. All the best!

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