What is QI Back & Spine Clinic?

QI Back & Spine Clinic is a team of medical professionals who are dedicated to diagnosing & treating severe, chronic or acute back and spine conditions by non-surgical methods. Diagnosing the root cause of back and spine conditions is always the first step in medicine. We use a multi-disciplinary approach to accurately diagnose the cause of back pain because the more accurate the diagnosis, the more precise the treatment. We believe that it is essential to reverse the underlying cause of back pain and not just temporarily suppress the symptoms.

How do you diagnose the root cause of back pain?

An accurate diagnosis is critical as 85% of back pain cases are termed ‘non-specific’. Your back pain can be due to a neurological, systemic, structural or mechanical dysfunction. We are amongst the first to use a diagnostic approach that covers all these aspects. We use non-invasive technology that isolates the spinal structure. The controlled guided movements test and measure the strength and mobility of the spine. We can therefore identify the root cause of your back pain and prescribe further course of treatment.

What technology do you use? Is it non-invasive?

The machines we use are non-invasive biofeedback devices. They hold and support your body in fixed positions and then measure your functional ability during movements. They allow us to get a clear understanding of your spinal muscle tissue.

Who are QI spine specialists?

Our spine specialists are doctors with a specialisation in spinal disorders post a 4-year clinical degree in physical medicine or physiotherapy. They are specialists in the prescription of mechanical medical movements. Their expertise is dedicated to the reversal of spinal disorders and to promote mobility & function.

Back Pain During Pregnancy: Treatment, Causes & Diagnosis

The type of prenatal back pain and the intensity can vary from one woman to the next and women who experience this problem during their first pregnancy will be pre-disposed to back pain during subsequent pregnancies. Pregnancy back pain symptoms can include:

A dull and persistent ache in the lower back
Pain that radiates from the lower back into the buttocks which is generally caused by lumbar spinal stenosis
Pain that occurs near your pelvis and feels like it is deep within your lower back (also known as posterior pelvic pain)
Tingling or numbness that moves from the lower back and down one or both legs (sciatica)

Professional diagnosis required
Chronic, can last for years
Treatable with Throughout pregnancy

Hormonal changes during pregnancy are the underlying cause of back pain during pregnancy. Pregnant women have high levels of a hormone relaxin which loosens the ligaments in the pelvic area to prepare for childbirth. However, this hormone also loosens the ligaments in the spine which leads to spinal instability and therefore back pain. It can take a while for these hormonal levels to come back to normal which is why post-natal back pain is not uncommon. Some of the other causes of prenatal back pain include:

Posture changes due to a shift in the centre of gravity
Excessive weight gain will increase the stress on the back muscles
Psychological stress can result in the tightening of back muscles and lead to back pain

Professional diagnosis required
Chronic, can last for years
Treatable with 4 weeks of QI Spine Therapy

There are limited treatment options for pregnancy back pain as the health and wellbeing of the unborn baby is of the utmost importance. Several allopathic pain medications have been linked to an increased risk of health problems for the mother as well as her child. However, QI’s unique holistic approach helps to reduce back pain in pregnancy without any risk to mother and child.

Non-Pharmacological Pain Management

Thermotherapy is a simple but effective pain management method that is safe for pregnant women. In addition to this, QI spine specialists will provide ergonomic education and suggest postural changes as posture correction reduces the amount of stress that falls on the spine. Medical movements that target core strengthening and improve spine alignment will help to reduce and prevent pack pain during pregnancy.

Individualized Treatment Protocols

QI has a unique system that is built on over 47,000 past cases. This knowledge management system uses an algorithm to ensure that every patient receives a treatment plan that is best suited to his/her specific needs. Individualized treatment protocols for pregnancy back pain will drastically increase the effectiveness of the treatment plan. Pregnancy back pain is a common problem but you don’t have to suffer through it. Consult a spine specialist to reduce your pain so that you can enjoy every moment of this magical experience.