Physiotherapy for Spine — Dr. Amit Chugh Mumbai

The Role of Physiotherapy in Spine Care

Physiotherapy is the cornerstone of non-surgical spine care and an essential component of post-surgical recovery. A structured, supervised physiotherapy programme achieves what medication alone cannot: it addresses the underlying muscular imbalances, postural problems, and movement dysfunction that drive chronic spinal pain.

At our centre, physiotherapy is always prescribed with specific goals, appropriate intensity, and clear progression milestones — not as a generic referral. Dr. Chugh coordinates closely with specialist spine physiotherapists to ensure your programme is matched to your diagnosis.

Conditions Treated with Physiotherapy

Acute and chronic lower back pain

Disc herniation and sciatica (conservative management)

Neck pain and cervical radiculopathy

Post-surgical rehabilitation (discectomy, fusion)

Scoliosis (Schroth method physiotherapy)

Osteoporosis — posture and balance training

Components of Our Spine Physiotherapy Programme

Core Strengthening

Targeted activation of the deep stabilising muscles (multifidus, transversus abdominis) that support the spine — the most important long-term protection against back pain recurrence.

Posture Correction

Assessment and retraining of sitting, standing, and work ergonomics. McKenzie, Maitland, and segmental stabilisation approaches used as appropriate.

Manual Therapy & Modalities

Soft tissue mobilisation, joint mobilisation, TENS, ultrasound therapy, and dry needling to reduce pain and improve mobility, allowing progressive rehabilitation.

Functional Rehabilitation

Progressive return to daily activities, work, and sport — with home exercise programmes to ensure lasting benefit beyond the supervised sessions.

Post-Surgical Physiotherapy Protocol

Days 1–7 (In-Hospital / Early Home)

Breathing exercises, ankle pumps, supervised walking. Posture education for getting in and out of bed.

Weeks 2–6

Walking programme. Gentle range of motion. Isometric core activation. Scar management.

Weeks 6–12

Progressive core and gluteal strengthening. Return to light work. Pool therapy if available.

3–6 Months

Sport-specific rehabilitation. Full functional restoration. Ongoing home programme for spine health maintenance.

Physiotherapy & Spine Rehabilitation