Back Pain, Massage, Soft Tissue Works Chingford-Highams Park

Back pain can come from tight muscles, poor posture, or stress on the spine and hips. It often builds up over time from sitting too long, heavy lifting, or sports strain. Understanding what’s behind your pain is the first step in improving movement and comfort.

One key area often linked to back discomfort is the thoracolumbar fascia, a strong layer of connective tissue in the lower back that supports the spine and connects many major muscle groups. When this fascia becomes tight or restricted, it can limit movement and contribute to ongoing pain or stiffness. You can read more about it in my thoracolumbar fascia blog.

Massage and soft tissue therapy reduce muscle tension, ease pressure on joints, and improve blood flow. By loosening the fascia and deeper layers of muscle, the body can move more freely and pain often eases naturally. Each treatment is adjusted to what your back needs that day.

The hips and lower back work together on every step and lift. When hip muscles tighten, they can pull on the lower back and cause pain. Working through the glutes, hamstrings, and lower back helps restore balance, improving both comfort and mobility.

Long hours at a desk, driving, stress, or repetitive movements can all lead to tension in the spine. Even small posture habits can build up into discomfort. Regular massage can help undo that tightness and prevent pain from becoming a constant problem.

We’ll start with a short chat about where you feel the pain and how it behaves day to day. Treatment may include deep tissue work, myofascial release, and gentle movement techniques. Pressure is always adapted to you, keeping the session focused, comfortable, and effective.

If back pain or stiffness is affecting your daily life, book a 60- or 90-minute session in Chingford. Hands-on soft tissue work can help you move easier, rest better, and feel more like yourself again.