How Can You Tell If You Have a Serious Back Problem?
Back pain is one of the most common complaints that people have. It is estimated that 8 out of 10 people will experience back pain at some point in their lives. So how do you know if you have a regular backache, or if you have something more serious? In this blog, we'll discuss the signs that indicate that you might have a serious back problem. 

The first thing to consider is the severity and duration of your pain. If you're experiencing mild discomfort, you likely have a simple backache that will go away on its own. However, if your pain is getting severe and the pain has been present for a week or or if it is accompanied by other symptoms like numbness or tingling, it could be a sign more you might have a more serious issue going on. 

The second consideration is if your back pain extends to other body parts. Example:  If your back pain starts to get the sharp shooting pain running down your leg. It is possible that your nerves in the back are getting irritated or compressed. If this goes on to manifest as a full blown weakness in your legs, such that you are losing your balance or you are unable to stand or walk then you need to go to the emergency room of the hospital. 

Another issue that should send you straight down to the emergency department is if you experience a loss of bladder and bowel control. If you are getting incontinence plus weakness of the legs, this is an emergency and you need to go to the hospital asap. 

A few other problems where your back pain may be serious is if you have had an accident or fall and had been fine but you start to experience pain after a few hours or days. You want to see a doctor to rule out any fractures or a more serious injury.
The same holds true if you get back pain that is worse at night so much that it wakes you up from your sleep. Usually infections, cancer, tumours tend to be worse at night and they tend to wake you up from your deep sleep. These pathologies can also lead to unexplained weight loss despite maintaining the same lifestyle, or an unexplained fever that just doesn't go down with medication. 

If you suffer from back pain that limits your ability to do basic activities like walking, then it's time to see the doctor. Back pain should not be so debilitating that it stops you from being able to do things that you love or go about your daily life. If you don't have any serious underlying issues with your back pain but are looking for easy self management strategies to manage your back and spinal pain, feel free to join my free community where you can access the free training on 'Simple Solutions to manage your Back Pain'.

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MEET SWATI

 
Hi there! 
I am Swati, an Executive Mum Power Coach & Certified Posture Expert

I help mums of young kids working in high-stress executive jobs manage back, neck, and nerve pain, even with low energy, brain fog, and little time to spare. My proven system delivers real relief without stealing hours from your already packed day. The result? More productive professionals at work and guilt-free mums who can be fully present with their kids, instead of being sidelined by pain.



My passion comes from personal experience. I’ve been where you are: in pain, overwhelmed, and exhausted. After two pregnancies in three years, juggling my kids, housework, and a demanding job, I was stuck in a constant cycle of back and nerve pain. The physical load of motherhood added strain to my spine and joints. Meanwhile, adrenal fatigue left me drained, even after 10–12 hours of sleep.

Everyday tasks became a struggle. I was forgetful, foggy, and low on energy. Even as a trained physiotherapist and posture expert, I couldn’t escape my own pain. I stood all day at work, spent evenings on the laptop, rocked my kids to sleep, sat through endless meetings, traveled frequently ... I’ve been through it all.

I kept my pain hidden at work, afraid to speak up. I felt like a fraud, someone who coached others on relief strategies but couldn’t find relief herself. I loved my job and my children, but I couldn’t give 100% to either. Pain was holding me back.

One New Year, I made a resolution: to get healthy, not just fix pain, fatigue, or weight. I focused on reducing inflammation, healing my adrenal fatigue, and reclaiming my energy. Slowly but surely, the pain faded. I lost weight, my brain fog cleared, and my energy skyrocketed. Today, my pain is nearly gone. I feel stronger, clearer, and more in control than I have in years.
And now, I want that for you.

I combine professional expertise with lived experience to support other mums like me, those with young kids, high-stress jobs, and no time for complicated health programs. I’ve helped hundreds of women reduce spinal and joint pain, lift their energy, and clear the mental fog that holds them back.

If any of this resonates, you’re not alone. I’ve been there. I got you, mommy!

Let’s get you feeling strong, confident, and fully present at work and at home.
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