AUSTRALIA’S INDEPENDENT BACK HEALTH INSTITUTE

Understanding Today. Better Movement Tomorrow.

Trusted education, evidence-informed resources and practical pathways to help Australians understand, manage and live well with back pain.

You are not alone.

Back pain is common, but every experience is different. We’re here to help you understand your options and take the next informed step.

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Learn about common conditions that can affect the back, spine and movement

Pain or discomfort in the lower back that may affect movement and daily activity

Pain, tingling or numbness that can travel from the lower back into the leg.

A spinal disc that bulges or ruptures and may irritate nearby nerves, causing back or leg symptoms

Narrowing of spaces in the spine that may place pressure on nerves and cause pain, numbness or weakness

Age-related changes in spinal discs that can contribute to pain, stiffness and reduced movement

A sideways curvature of the spine that can affect posture, balance and movement

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Supporting research, education and community initiatives that help improve back health and quality of life

We welcome collaboration with health professionals, researchers, organisations and community partners working to improve back health