🟠 BACK CARE AWARENESS | Not all back pain is the same

“My back hurts.”

It's one of the most common things we hear — but the reason why someone's back hurts can vary considerably.

Back pain can be associated with:

➡️ Muscle and joint problems
➡️ Disc irritation or injury
➡️ A disc bulge or herniation
➡️ Sciatica and nerve irritation
➡️ Spinal stenosis
➡️ Age-related changes in the spine

And sometimes several factors are involved at once.

That's also why a treatment that worked brilliantly for your friend, partner or colleague might not necessarily be right for you.

Our osteopaths assess how you move, examine the painful area and take time to understand your symptoms and medical history.

Where appropriate, further investigation such as an MRI may also be recommended.

The aim isn't simply to treat “back pain”. It's to understand what's causing yours.

📍 Cram Osteopaths – Glasgow West End, Muirhead & Ayr

We’re extremely proud to share that we’ve been named a winner in the Practice Growth Awards for Principal of the Year 2026 🏆

This recognition reflects the care, clinical experience and commitment our team works hard to deliver to every patient who walks through our doors.

With entries from clinics across physiotherapy, chiropractic, podiatry and osteopathy, being acknowledged in this way is a meaningful milestone for us — particularly as we celebrate 80 years of caring for patients across Glasgow and the surrounding communities in 2026 🎉

We remain committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care to help people stay active, independent and moving well in everyday life.

Thank you to all of our patients who continue to trust us with their care 🙌

When John first came to Cram Osteopaths, he was experiencing persistent shoulder pain that was limiting his day-to-day activities. Following a detailed assessment, our team recommended a tailored plan combining osteopathy and shockwave therapy to relieve discomfort, improve mobility and support recovery.

The results spoke for themselves. As his shoulder improved, John felt confident enough to address a separate issue with knee pain. Using the same patient-centred approach, we developed a treatment plan to help restore strength and movement in his knee as well.

Stories like John’s are why we do what we do. Seeing patients leave with less pain, greater freedom of movement and renewed confidence is at the heart of our practice.

If you’re living with pain or stiffness, our experienced team is here to help you move better and feel stronger.