Lower Back Sprain (Lumbar Strain): Fast, Hands‑On Relief in New Malden

A sudden twist or lift, a sharp spasm…and now every bend or turn hurts. Most “sprained backs” are soft‑tissue injuries of ligaments, fascia and muscles. The fix is simple in concept: calm the pain now, restore movement next, then rebuild strength so it stops coming back. That’s exactly how we treat it.

Does this sound like your back?

• Sudden sharp pain after lifting or twisting

• Stabbing or tight pain on bending or straightening

• Muscle spasm and limited movement

• Settles, then keeps flaring again

Safety note: New or severe leg weakness, bladder/bowel changes, or major trauma need urgent medical attention.

What’s actually going on (plain English)Overload or awkward movement creates tiny tears in the soft tissues of your lower back. Inflammation and guarding follow, which is why you feel spasm and stiffness. It’s often not a disc problem—the main driver is soft tissue.

Why it keeps coming back

• Weak or short muscles meet a sudden load

• Pushing beyond your available range too quickly

• Common triggers: twist‑and‑lift, deep bending after long sitting, lifting without warm‑upBottom line: When demand exceeds tissue capacity, injury happens. Graded strength and mobility restore capacity.

The J&J plan (how we get you moving again)

Stage	Goal	What we do in clinic	What you do at home
Acute (0–2 weeks)	Settle pain & spasm	HCPC‑led physiotherapy assessment. Therapeutic massage targeted to spasm points. Ultrasound or TENS when helpful to ease pain.	Short walks, heat for comfort, avoid bed rest. Gentle hip and lower‑back mobility only as guided.
Sub‑acute (2–6 weeks)	Restore movement	Progressive hands‑on release and corrective stretching. Start glute and core strength with simple drills you can repeat.	Micro‑breaks from sitting; little‑and‑often loading.
Persistent or recurrent	Stop the cycle	Re‑assessment and progressive strengthening. For stubborn myofascial hotspots, selective radial shockwave may be added to complement rehab.	Keep to your plan 2–3×/week; prioritise sleep and stress management.

Why choose us

• Integrated care: Evidence‑based physiotherapy with generous Korean clinical massage in the same visit.

• Hands‑on first: Deep trigger‑point work, myofascial release and corrective stretching—always adjusted to your tolerance.

• Smart add‑ons: Ultrasound and TENS to settle pain; radial shockwave for persistent myofascial or tendon‑type pain when appropriate.

Who treats youAll plans are assessed or overseen by an HCPC‑registered physiotherapist and delivered with our team’s advanced Korean manual therapy expertise.

Quick guide: “Which treatment is best for me?”

Your pattern	Best first step	Why
Sharp spasm after lifting; hard to straighten	Physio assessment + therapeutic massage; add ultrasound/TENS if needed	Calms spasm and pain so you can move safely.
Stiffness and guarding 2–6 weeks	Therapeutic massage + graded mobility and strength	Rest alone isn’t enough—graded loading works best.
Recurring flare‑ups over months	Physio‑led rehab ± radial shockwave	Targets persistent myofascial pain to break the cycle.

Booking & practicals

• Hours: Mon–Sun 09:00–19:20

• Phone: 07882 943540 (main line) / Text: 07935 869938

• Email: info@jjwellcare.comCome in for assessment, treatment and a clear plan—so you leave with less pain and more confidence to move.