BACK PAIN

Finally get relief from aching, burning and discomfort in your back so you can feel like yourself again starting today.

Broadmead Physiotherapy is the choice of over 12,000 patients in Victoria, BC We direct bill extended health insurance plans. No referral needed.

It’s time to beat your back pain.

If you’ve been struggling with back pain for awhile you can start to wonder whether you just need to “accept” it as your new normal.

You absolutely CAN get relief and we are here to help you get there as fast as possible.

Our skilled physios in Victoria, BC will perform a thorough assessment of your spine and nerves to determine the cause of your back pain. Once we identify the root cause we will discuss your treatment options.

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Our Effective Back Pain Treatment Approach.

Due to the advanced skill set of our physios at Broadmead Physiotherapy, we are able to take a multi-faceted approach to your treatment. This means even if you have tried treatment unsuccessfully before for your back pain, chances are we can help you!

What About Lower Back Pain?

The skilled physiotherapists at Broadmead Physiotherapy first treat back pain through education. We want you to understand WHY you’re experiencing lower back pain, and HOW we can prevent it from re-occurring. Ensuring that you understand what’s wrong with your lower back is the key to getting better. Most importantly, we’ll make sure that you know how we’re going to help you get back to normal. To do this, we use a variety of techniques. 

Here are some of the treatment modalities we may use:

Manual therapy: mobilization of the joints to stretch them out to restore range of motion and to relax tight muscles

Manipulation: This is where we apply a quick stretch the joint to cause a “cracking” sound to relax muscles and restore range of motion

IMS (Intramuscular Stimulation): we use acupuncture needles to relax tight muscles caused by nerve irritation which in turn can take some pressure off the irritated nerve

Soft Tissue Mobilization: trigger point pressure to release tight muscles

Traction or Decompression: we use a machine to gently stretch your spine

Electrical modalities: to reduce inflammation, decrease pain and relax tight muscles

Stretches: to lengthen tight muscles

Home exercises: to strengthen muscles including the core

Education: so that you understand your injury fully

Referral: we will contact your GP or specialist if we feel you may require further testing (x-ray, CT, MRI, etc) or evaluation (specialist)

COMMONLY TREATED BACK PAIN CONDITIONS

Here are some of the common conditions we regularly assist our patients with…
  • Arthritis
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Compression fractures
  • Degenerative disc disease
  • Disc bulges
  • Disc herniation
  • Disc inflammation
  • Spondylolisthesis
  • Ankylosing spondylitis
  • Kyphosis
  • Sprains & Strains
  • Scoliosis
  • Sciatica / Nerve
  • Irritation
  • Radiculopthy
  • Myelopathy

Common Symptoms Associated with Back Pain:

You may be all too familiar with one or more of the following:

  • Stiff neck or back
  • Achy pain or your back just plain hurts
  • Pins and needles or numbness
  • A burning sensation
  • An unexplained itchy sensation
  • Discomfort sitting, standing, rolling over in bed, twisting, and/or getting dressed
  • Hands or legs feel weak
  • Headaches
  • Pain while sitting
  • Pain while bending forward
  • Difficulty getting up from sitting
  • Stiffness when you’re getting out of bed (especially in your lower back)
  • Pain while coughing
  • Pain while sneezing

YOUR VICTORIA BACK PAIN PHYSIO TEAM

Paul McIntyre physiotherapist at Broadmead Physiotherapy

Paul McIntyre

BSc.PT, FCAMPT, CGIMS
Matt Rose physiotherapist at Broadmead physiotherapy

Matt Rose

BSc. Kin, MSc. PT, CAFCI, Functional Dry Needling / IMS
Ian Hallworth physiotherapist at Broadmead physiotherapy

Ian Hallworth

BSc.PT, MSc. Rehab Science
mary wong physiotherapist at Broadmead Orthopaedic Physiotherapy Clinic

Mary Wong Colebrook

B.Sc. PT, CAFCI, CGIMS

DON’T LET YOUR BACK PAIN HOLD YOU BACK…

It’s super frustrating when you can’t enjoy life to the fullest because of relentless discomfort and aching in your back.

The great news is our highly skilled therapists who specialize in back pain in Victoria, BC can get you feeling like yourself again.

Make an appointment today and get relief.

OUR PATIENTS ❤️ US

susannah garrett
susannah garrett
04:12 20 Feb 26
The secretaries and Dr. Atkins are friendly, informative and helpful. I am really grateful for the two appointments I have had this month to help with my left knee pain. It was especially helpful to be able to see in the ultrasound (and on a skeletal model) where the problem is exactly in my knee. I trust the cortisone shot I had today will lessen the pain. Thank you!read more
Norm Verbrugge
Norm Verbrugge
19:45 18 Feb 26
Matt is very knowledgeable. I have an issue with my elbow and hand and he treated it very thoroughly. It feels better the day after treatment than it has for almost a year. I would rate Matt as the best physio i have ever been to. Highly recommended!! Staff were very kind and pleasant as well.read more
Shannon Nagano
Shannon Nagano
02:50 23 Jan 26
I’ve had a great experience working with Matt. He’s very knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely easy to talk to. What I appreciate most is that he creates a supportive space where you feel comfortable asking questions and learning. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a great physiotherapist.read more
Justin Robertson
Justin Robertson
19:57 20 Jan 26
I've been meeting with Ian, I really appreciate his manner. He gives you a solid amount of information to understand not just whats going on with you but why he's choosing the exercises he does. Would totally recommend.read more
Little Mc
Little Mc
00:44 09 Jan 26
Mary Wong Colebrook is an absolute delight. From the first time I met with her for vestibular therapy, she demonstrated her expertise in the field. She was able to resolve my vertigo in the initial session. As it is a recurring ear crystal issue, she's has told me not to suffer with it and she will make ever effort to squeeze me in as soon as possible. She is a wonderful therapist and person!read more
Doug Turner
Doug Turner
02:39 08 Jan 26
I booked Ian to deal with my knee and found Ian to be very knowledgeable and good at explaining to me the issues related to my injury and recommendations for recovery. I'd definitely recommend Ian for any sport related injury.read more