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Rugmedisch Centrum Fysiotherapie

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Complaint

Low back pain

In short

Low back pain is the most common complaint in the Netherlands — 80% of people will experience it at some point. The pain is usually in the lumbar spine (L1-L5) and sometimes radiates to the buttock or leg. We treat with chiropractic, decompression or injection therapy depending on the cause.

Low back pain is the most common complaint in our practice in Rotterdam and Dordrecht. In most people the pain is limited to a few days or weeks, but in some it becomes chronic. That's not necessary — early intervention prevents long-term complaints.

On this page3
  1. How we help you
  2. Your recovery journey
  3. Frequently asked questions

The cause often lies in a combination of mechanical blockages (in the spine or SI joint), weak core muscles and fear of movement. A hernia is only one of the causes; a lot of back pain occurs without anything serious showing up on a scan.

How we help you

We always start with an extensive intake. We then combine — depending on what suits — chiropractic manipulation, gentle techniques, prolotherapy or injection therapy. We do not work with treatment series and you are not committed to anything.

Our approach is medically substantiated and is supervised by BIG-registered doctors. No waiting lists — often found in Rotterdam or Dordrecht within a week.

Your recovery journey

Each process is tailor-made, but this is what a typical course looks like — from first intake to pain-free. You are not committed to anything and you always know where you stand.

  1. Intake & first correction

    History, physical examination and thermoscan. First chiropractic manipulation. Most patients leave the practice with noticeable improvement.

  2. Tackling the acute phase

    If necessary, follow-up treatment to calm muscle tension and inflammation. You will learn posture tips and can carefully remain active again.

  3. Recovery & core control

    We activate your deep core muscles with targeted exercises to prevent recurrence.

  4. Pain-free

    Complaints are gone. There is no need to come back; If you experience complaints again later, you are welcome.

Frequently asked questions

When should I go to the doctor instead of to you?

In case of fever, unwanted weight loss, sudden loss of strength in the leg, or incontinence. Those are red flags for more serious causes.

Is bed rest good for lower back pain?

No — international guidelines recommend staying active. Bed rest prolongs recovery.

Does heat or cold help?

Heat relaxes muscles in chronic pain. Cold (ice) for acute swelling for the first 48 hours.

Can I exercise with back pain?

Usually yes — choose low-shock activities such as swimming or cycling. Avoid heavy strength training until the pain subsides.

How many sessions are typically needed?

This varies per complaint and per person. We do not work with treatment series: after the examination you will hear what we expect, and you are not committed to anything.

Appropriate treatments

We use these treatments for this purpose.

Responsible practitioner

Arthur Mulder

Physical Therapist and Registered Chiropractor (D.C.)

Registered in the Register of Chiropractor as A.R. Mulder DC and affiliated with the Dutch Chiropractic Federation. Oversees chiropractic care in Rotterdam and is co-founder of SportManipulation, which provides training for physiotherapists and sports masseurs.

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Our working area

Location Rotterdam

Cor Kieboomplein 227, 3077 MK Rotterdam

010-411 27 63

Also for patients from Rotterdam-Zuid, IJsselmonde, Charlois, Hoogvliet, Ridderkerk, Barendrecht, Capelle aan den IJssel, Krimpen aan den IJssel, Spijkenisse, Schiedam, Vlaardingen and Albrandswaard.

Location Dordrecht

Overkampweg 381, 3318 AR Dordrecht
doktermulder.nl

078-645 48 90

Also for patients from Dordrecht, Zwijndrecht, Papendrecht, Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht, Sliedrecht, Alblasserdam, 's-Gravendeel, Strijen, Oud-Beijerland, Gorinchem and Werkendam.

Ready to get rid of your complaints?

No referral needed — make an appointment straight away.

What does your insurer reimburse?

Choose your insurer and your additional package. You will immediately see what chiropractic care is reimbursed.

Good to know

  • From the supplementary insurance, so not from your deductible.
  • No GP referral required.
  • You will receive an invoice with everything your insurer needs.

Source: chiropractievergoeding.nl, policy year 2026 (version 1.0 — 21-11-2025). This is an indication; your own policy always takes precedence.