💆♂️ Lower Back Tension: Why It Happens & How Massage Can Help
- leefletcher814
- 6 days ago
- 3 min read
🌿 Quick Take
Lower back tension is one of the most common things I see in my therapy room - whether you sit all day, stand too long or carry your stress in your shoulders (and let’s be honest, many of us do!).The good news? With the right mix of movement, awareness and targeted massage, you can feel real relief quickly. 🙌
I’m back in the therapy room from Monday 17 November 2025, so if your lower back has been grumbling, this one’s for you. 👇
💢 Why Your Lower Back Gets Tight
Most everyday lower back discomfort is caused by muscular tension, not injury - which means relief is very possible.
According to the NHS Guide to Lower Back Pain, many cases are short-term and related to movement habits rather than structural damage. Learn more here.
Most of the time it’s a build-up of little habits rather than one big event:
🪑 Too much sitting or standing - static postures shorten your hip flexors and strain your back.
💪 Weak glutes or core - your lumbar muscles end up doing all the heavy lifting.
🧺 Awkward lifting or twisting - laundry, kids, boxes… it all adds up.
😣 Stress - tension makes your muscles “brace” even when you’re still.
🛏️ Sleep setup - the wrong mattress or pillow can keep your spine unhappy.
👟 Footwear - worn-out shoes can quietly throw your posture off.
Stress also plays a surprisingly big role. Mind UK explains how emotional tension can cause the muscles to tighten and guard, especially around the shoulders and lower back.
💡 Remember: most everyday back tension is muscular, not a “slipped disc”. But if you’re ever unsure, check the red-flag list below 👇
💆 How Massage Helps
At Indulge, your session isn’t just a quick rub - it’s slow, warm and focused. (Heated couch, soft towels, calm music… you know the vibe ✨)
Massage can:
🩸 Improve blood flow to tight muscles
🧘♂️ Calm an over-protective nervous system
🌀 Release the hips & glutes so your back stops overworking
🌬️ Ease fascia around the QL & erector spinae
🤍 Help you move better & feel lighter
What You’ll Experience
Deep, slow work around the lumbar area & hips
Glute & piriformis release 🍑
Gentle stretches for hip flexors & hamstrings
Optional aromatherapy blend (ginger + marjoram + mandarin = heaven 🍊)
Simple take-home tips to keep the ease going
How often? For most, one session brings big relief 💫 but 2–3 spaced over a few weeks gives longer-lasting results.
🕊️ 5 Mini Habits That Make a Big Difference
1️⃣ Move every hour - stand, roll shoulders, stretch.
2️⃣ 90-second glute stretch - knee-to-shoulder, then figure-4 pose.
3️⃣ Hip-hinge when lifting - bend from hips, not your lower back.
4️⃣ Sleep tweaks - pillow between knees (side) / under knees (back).
5️⃣ Desk check - screen at eye level, feet flat, hips > knees.
Small changes ➡️ big results 🙌
🧘♀️ 3-Minute At-Home Release
1️⃣ Cat–Cow x 5 🐈⬛
2️⃣ Child’s Pose x 3 breaths
3️⃣ Standing hip hinge x 10
4️⃣ Figure-4 stretch x 2 each side
Do it morning or evening - consistency beats intensity. 💚
🚨 When to Get Checked
Call your GP or 111 if you have:
Numbness in the groin/saddle area
Loss of bladder or bowel control
Unexplained weight loss or fever
Severe leg weakness or sudden trauma
Your health comes first 🩺
🌸 Massage Options at Indulge
Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage (45–60 mins) - focused relief for that mid-low back tension.
Deep Tissue (60–90 mins) - slow, firm, results-driven work.🔥
Aromatherapy Massage (60–90 mins) - therapeutic touch with your bespoke oil blend 🍃
✨ Hot Stones Massage - COMING SOON!
A deeply warming treatment that softens tense muscles beautifully - perfect for those who carry stress or stiffness in their lower back. Stay tuned for the launch date. 🤍
Bookings are available now. 🎉Come home to a warm couch, soft towels & an hour that’s just for you 💚
💬 FAQs
Will it hurt? Nope! You’re in charge of the pressure - productive, not punishing 👍
What if it’s sciatica? Massage can still help by releasing the glutes & hips. I’ll guide you safely.
How long do results last? Often immediate; regular maintenance keeps you pain-free longer.
🗓️ Book Your Lower-Back Relief Session
Ready to move freely again? I’m taking appointments from Monday 17 November 2025.
👉 Book Online today and let me take care of the rest - warm room, calming music and a treatment tailored to you.
Lee x
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