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Lower-back pain after deadlifts: technique, loading and warning signs

Back pain can follow changes in load, volume, range, fatigue or bracing. Pause painful heavy repetitions, stay gently active, then rebuild with lighter variations. Practical guidanceStart with a manageable change rather than complete rest or repeated painful testing. Record activity, symptoms and next-day response. An assessment can tailor exercise, technique and load; progress should be steady rather than based on a promised timetable. When to seek helpBladder or bowel changes, saddle...

By BDYMAP · Sports therapy & massage, Loughton

Back pain can follow changes in load, volume, range, fatigue or bracing. Pause painful heavy repetitions, stay gently active, then rebuild with lighter variations.

Practical guidance

Start with a manageable change rather than complete rest or repeated painful testing. Record activity, symptoms and next-day response. An assessment can tailor exercise, technique and load; progress should be steady rather than based on a promised timetable.

When to seek help

Bladder or bowel changes, saddle numbness, progressive leg weakness, fever, weight loss or significant trauma requires urgent help.

Book in Loughton

BDYMAP offers sports therapy and sports massage at Muscleworks Gym in Loughton for gym users, athletes and active adults. SST member 9202. Book via Cliniko: https://bcosteopathy.uk1.cliniko.com/bookings