At The Recovery Project, we treat chronic back pain as a rehabilitation process, not a quick fix.

That means we look beyond where it hurts and ask better questions:

• What loads does your spine actually tolerate right now?

• What movements have you been avoiding?

• What has your back learned to protect itself from?

• And what needs to change for this pain to stop running the show?

What chronic back pain actually is

Many people with ongoing back pain have a nervous system that has become protective and sensitive especially after repeated flare-ups, failed treatments, or long periods of rest and avoidance. This does not mean the pain is “in your head”, but it does mean the solution is not just hands-on treatment or rest.

Your back needs confidence, strength, and exposure to movement again, delivered in the right way.

How we approach chronic back pain rehab

Our approach blends osteopathy, exercise rehabilitation, strength training, and pain education into one clear plan.

You can expect:

• A thorough assessment of movement, strength, and load tolerance.

• Clear explanations around why your pain persists and what is driving it.

• A progressive rehab plan that rebuilds confidence in bending, lifting, twisting, and daily tasks.

• Strength training that is appropriate for your current pain levels, not generic “core exercises”.

• Ongoing coaching around flare-ups, fear of movement, and unhelpful pain beliefs.

Hands-on treatment can be part of the process, but it is never the whole solution. The goal is not short-term relief, but long-term change.

This is for you if:

• You have had back pain for more than 3 months.

• Scans have not given you clear answers, or have scared you.

• You feel stiff, fragile, or unsure how to move without flaring things up.

• You are stuck in a cycle of pain relief followed by pain returning.

• You want to get back to lifting, sport, work, or everyday life with confidence.

What success looks like

Success is not a perfectly pain-free back overnight. Success is:

• Fewer flare-ups.

• Faster recovery when symptoms do spike.

• Confidence to move again.

• Strength that supports your spine instead of fearing it.

• Understanding your body well enough to stay in control long-term.

If you are ready to stop chasing pain and start rebuilding capacity, chronic back pain rehabilitation at The Recovery Project is designed for exactly that.

If you are unsure whether this is the right service for you, book an initial consult and we will map out the best starting point.