17/06/2026
Still blaming your muscles for your lower back pain?
Your lumbar facet capsules could be the real culprit.
These small joints in your lower back help guide movement and provide stability. When the capsule surrounding the joint becomes irritated, restricted, or adhered, it can create pain that feels like it’s coming from the muscles.
Common signs include:
• Pain on one side of the lower back
• Stiffness first thing in the morning
• Pain with standing or walking for long periods
• Discomfort when arching backwards
• Pain that refers into the buttock, hip, or upper thigh
The problem? Many people spend months stretching, strengthening, massaging, and treating muscles that aren’t actually driving their symptoms.
At APS Melbourne, our assessment process is designed to identify the tissue responsible for your , whether that’s a facet capsule, adhesion, nerve, muscle, or another structure entirely.
If you’ve tried everything and still haven’t found answers, start with a complimentary virtual consultation.
We’ll discuss your symptoms, injury history, and determine whether our approach may be right for you.
Book your complimentary virtual consultation via the link in bio.
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