Spine Rehabilitation: Back and Neck Pain Treatment in Kampala

Your spine is the central pillar of everything you do. We treat back and neck pain at the root cause, not just the symptom.

Available at our Ntinda clinic and as home visits across Kampala

The spine is the foundation of the body. It gives stability and movement, protects the spinal cord and supports everything you do: how you sit, walk, lift, breathe and move through life. When it breaks down, everything else follows.

Spine problems are among the leading causes of pain, disability and lost work worldwide, from desk workers with neck pain to athletes with lumbar injuries. Too many people suffer in silence, seek care too late or accept pain as part of life. It does not have to be. Our multidisciplinary team provides internationally aligned rehabilitation for the full range of spinal conditions.

Neck and cervical conditions

Cervical spondylosis, radiculopathy (trapped nerve in the neck), whiplash and posture-related neck pain.

  • Posture assessment and cervical stabilisation exercises
  • Manual therapy and joint mobilisation
  • Neural mobilisation
  • Ergonomic education for desk and phone use

Thoracic (upper and mid back) pain

  • Postural correction
  • Mobility restoration
  • Breathing rehabilitation through specialised exercises

Low back pain and lumbar conditions

Herniated (slipped) discs, sciatica, spondylosis and lumbar stenosis.

  • Comprehensive assessment
  • Core stabilisation
  • McKenzie therapy
  • Nerve mobilisation and nerve gliding exercises
  • Walking programmes and lifestyle changes

Structural spinal disorders

Scoliosis, kyphosis, lordosis and sacroiliac joint dysfunction.

  • Scoliosis-specific exercises and posture correction
  • Core strengthening and pelvic stabilisation
  • Movement programmes and ongoing monitoring

Complex and post-surgical cases

Compression fractures, osteoporosis-related spine problems and rehabilitation after spinal surgery.

  • Structured, gradual recovery programmes
  • Pain control and safe exercise prescription
  • Balance training and fall prevention
  • Strength rebuilding and return to function

Our approach is more than treatment

  • Comprehensive assessment: understanding the root cause, not just the symptom
  • Individualised plans, because no two spines are the same
  • Advanced techniques: McKenzie therapy, neural mobilisation, manual therapy, traction and core stabilisation
  • Patient education so you understand and can manage your condition
  • Home and community-based rehabilitation
  • Collaboration with our spine surgeon and neurosurgeon when needed

Spine health for employers

Back and neck problems are among the top causes of workplace absence and reduced productivity. Investing in early intervention is not only compassionate, it is good business. See our Ergonomic Assessments and Workplace Wellness service for company programmes.

Spine Rehabilitation: frequently asked questions

Can physiotherapy treat a slipped disc without surgery?

Most slipped discs improve without surgery. Physiotherapy, including McKenzie therapy, nerve mobilisation and core training, helps settle pain and prevent recurrence. We refer to our spine surgeon if there are signs that surgery is needed.

When is back pain an emergency?

Seek urgent medical care if back pain comes with loss of bladder or bowel control, numbness around the groin, new weakness in the legs, fever, or follows a serious fall or accident.

Should I rest when my back hurts?

Short rest can help in the first day or two, but staying gently active usually speeds recovery. We will show you which movements are safe.

Do you treat neck pain from computer and phone use?

Yes. We combine manual therapy, specific neck and upper back exercises and practical ergonomic advice for your workstation and phone habits.

Book Spine Rehabilitation in Kampala

Visit our clinic in Ntinda (UGX 100,000 per session) or book a home visit (UGX 120,000 per session). We reply within 24 hours.

Ministers Village, Martyrs Way, Ntinda, Kampala. Open Mon - Sun: 8am - 6pm.

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