Your Trusted Lower Back Pain Specialists in Sydney

Our multidisciplinary team provides a clear path to lasting relief by identifying and treating the true source of your pain, using advanced, non-surgical methods.

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Does This Frustrating Cycle Sound Familiar?

If you're here, you've likely tried treatments that offered little more than temporary relief. You feel stuck, misunderstood, and worried that this is your new normal. We understand.

Fear of the Next Flare-Up

Everyday movements feel like a gamble, and you're avoiding activities you once loved just to prevent triggering your pain.

Failed "One-Size-Fits-All" Plans

You've been given generic exercises or pills that don't address your unique condition, leaving you feeling hopeless and unheard.

Being Told to "Just Live With It"

Your pain is real, and it deserves a real solution from a specialist who is committed to finding the source and creating a path forward.

Understanding the Source of Your Pain

Lower back pain is complex. Lasting relief requires identifying the precise condition causing your discomfort. We specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of issues.

Muscle or Ligament Strains

Resulting from overuse, poor posture, or sudden awkward movements.

Weakness & Core Instability

Weak abdominal and back muscles lead to poor spine support, increasing injury risk.

Stiffness & Reduced Mobility

Lack of flexibility in the lower spine causes tension, limiting your ability to move freely.

Joint Dysfunction

Inflammation in the spinal facet joints can cause persistent pain, especially with movement.

Our Approach is Different. It's Built on 3 Core Principles.

We go beyond masking symptoms to provide a lasting solution. Our entire process is designed to give you clarity, confidence, and control over your recovery.

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Precision Diagnosis, Not Guesswork

We use state-of-the-art diagnostic tools to identify the exact generator of your pain. No more treating symptoms blindly.

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Personalised Treatment Roadmaps

We design a multi-faceted treatment plan tailored to your body, your pain, and your life goals—integrating advanced procedures with targeted therapy.

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Focus on Long-Term Wellness

Our goal isn't just to get you out of pain now; it's to empower you with the strength and knowledge to prevent it from coming back.

Your Clear Path to a Pain-Free Life

We've simplified the journey to recovery. Our process is clear, collaborative, and focused on your results from day one.

  1. Comprehensive Consultation

    We listen. You'll meet with a specialist to discuss your history, challenges, and goals.

  2. Pinpoint Diagnosis

    We use advanced diagnostics to find the precise source of your pain.

  3. Personalised Treatment

    Your specialist implements your custom, multidisciplinary plan.

  4. Ongoing Support & Wellness

    We guide your recovery to ensure long-term wellness and prevent future pain.

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    Why Choose PainMed?

    PainMed is a leading clinic dedicated to pain relief through innovative, evidence-based care and a truly integrated approach.

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    Experienced Specialists

    Our collaborative team includes pain specialists, physicians, physiotherapists, psychologists, and dietitians.

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    Cutting-Edge Treatments

    We offer advanced procedures and alternative therapies based on the latest clinical research and technology.

    Minimally Invasive Focus

    Our procedures are designed to target pain with precision, reducing recovery time and disruption to your life.

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    Personalised Treatment Plans

    Every patient receives a tailored plan focused on their specific goals, health condition, and lifestyle.

    Meet Your Comprehensive Care Team

    Our highly skilled specialists have a wealth of experience and are committed to a compassionate, multi-disciplinary approach to your care.

    Our Pain Specialists

    Dr. Alister Ramachandran

    Dr. Alister Ramachandran

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    Dr. Adam Mir

    Dr. Adam Mir

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    Dr Nikunj Parikh

    Dr Nikunj Parikh

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    Dr Barra Kassim

    Dr Barra Kassim

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    Dr Anne-Marie Robertson

    Dr Anne-Marie Robertson

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    Real Stories From People Who Reclaimed Their Lives

    Don't just take our word for it. Hear from patients who have successfully broken the cycle of chronic back pain with our help.

    "I was skeptical, having been to countless doctors. PainMed was different. They found the issue no one else did and my life has completely changed. I'm playing golf again, something I thought was impossible."

    Mark T. - Active Grandfather

    "The fear of surgery was holding me back. The team at PainMed created a non-surgical plan that gave me incredible relief. Their comprehensive approach, including physio and support, made all the difference."

    Jessica L. - Office Professional

    Your Questions, Answered

    Is surgery always necessary for lower back pain?

    Not at all. The vast majority of patients respond well to non-surgical approaches like ours. Surgery is only considered when alternative, less invasive treatments have not provided sufficient relief.

    How long does it take to recover from lower back pain?

    Recovery time varies depending on the underlying cause and severity of the condition. With our targeted interventions and personalised plans, many individuals experience noticeable improvement much faster than with generic treatments.

    Can exercise worsen lower back pain?

    Improper exercises can indeed cause harm. However, tailored programs guided by our expert physiotherapists and exercise physiologists are crucial for strengthening your core and protecting your back, leading to long-term recovery.

    Your Life Without Back Pain Is Waiting

    Don't waste another day defined by your pain. The first step to reclaiming your life is a conversation. Let our Sydney specialists show you the path to lasting relief.

    Book My Consultation & Start Healing

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    Dr. Sally Wride

    Originally from England, Sally graduated from St George’s Hospital, University of London in 2004 with a BSc (First Class Hons) in Physiotherapy. Since settling in Australia, Sally has worked in private practice and in the public hospital setting across Sydney.

    Sally gained a Masters in Medicine Pain Management from the University of Sydney in 2019 and is a Titled Pain Physiotherapist (as awarded by the Australian Physiotherapy Association).

    In addition to private practice, Sally currently works as a Senior Physiotherapist at Westmead Hospital Pain Management Service.

    Sally is highly skilled in assessing, diagnosing and treating people who experience chronic pain. She enjoys working with injured workers and CTP claimants. She has a deep understanding of the impact of pain on the whole person and on their functioning in daily life. In partnership with her colleagues, Sally enjoys applying her knowledge and clinical skills to provide a safe space for exploration of the physical and emotional meaning of pain and for recovery of function.

    Qualifications and Experience

    Education
    MSc in Medicine Pain Management (Sydney University) Accreditations

    Dr. Baraa Kassim

    Dr. Baraa Kassim is a highly skilled rehabilitation and pain management specialist. With experience in treating patients with complex medical conditions, her expertise spans strokes, neurological, orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and geriatric conditions, as well as spasticity management and spinal and brain injury rehabilitation.

    Dr. Alister Ramachandran

    Dr. Alister Ramachandran, a dual specialist in Anaesthesia and Pain Medicine, boasts 20+ years of experience. FIPP-certified, he leads Westmead’s pain service, teaches at Sydney University, and is a Faculty of Pain Medicine examiner. His focus remains on delivering evidence-based chronic pain treatment, ensuring comprehensive and effective pain management intervention.

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