Spike.
Arch.
Rotate.
Land.
Repeat.
Volleyball is explosive — but it places repeated stress on the lower back.
If you feel aching, tightness, or sharp pain in your lower back after training or matches, you’re not alone.
Back pain is common in volleyball players — especially hitters, servers, and setters who frequently extend and rotate their spine.
The good news?
Most cases are preventable and treatable with the right physiotherapy approach.
Let’s break it down. π
Every spike involves:
Lumbar extension (arching backward)
Rapid trunk rotation
Force transfer from legs to upper body
Hard landings
Over time, repeated spinal loading can irritate:
βοΈ Facet joints
βοΈ Lumbar discs
βοΈ Paraspinal muscles
βοΈ Hip flexors
But here’s the key:
π Back pain in volleyball is usually a load and movement control problem — not just a “slipped disc.”
Repeated arching during spiking increases compression on the lower spine.
If deep core muscles don’t stabilise properly, the spine absorbs excessive force.
Tight hips pull the pelvis forward, increasing lower back strain.
If the upper back is stiff, the lower back compensates with extra rotation.
Young athletes are especially vulnerable during rapid growth phases.
Sudden training increases worsen overload risk.
β οΈ Pain during or after spiking
β οΈ Stiffness in the morning
β οΈ Pain when arching backward
β οΈ Tight hips
β οΈ Reduced jumping performance
If symptoms last more than 1–2 weeks, assessment is important.
At Benphysio, we assess the entire kinetic chain — not just the painful area.
Adjust training intensity to allow recovery.
Strengthens deep abdominal and spinal muscles.
Reduces strain on the lumbar spine.
Improves rotation mechanics and reduces compensation.
Restores joint mobility and releases muscle tension.
If you’re a volleyball player in KL, Bangsar, Puchong, Ampang, Cheras, or Kota Damansara, early physiotherapy prevents minor back pain from progressing into disc problems or chronic instability.
Early intervention leads to faster recovery.
Mild muscle strain: 2–4 weeks
Facet irritation: 4–8 weeks
Disc overload: 6–12+ weeks
Recovery depends on:
Strength correction
Load management
Technique adjustment
Consistency with rehab
π Rest alone rarely fixes movement-related back pain.
1. Is my back pain a slipped disc?
Not always. Most volleyball back pain is muscular or mechanical.
2. Can I continue playing?
Mild discomfort may continue with load adjustment. Severe pain needs assessment.
3. Do I need an MRI?
Only if symptoms are severe or neurological signs appear.
4. Can poor jumping technique cause back pain?
Yes. Poor force transfer increases lumbar stress.
5. Is stretching enough?
No. Strength and control training are essential.
6. Are teenagers more at risk?
Yes, especially during growth spurts.
7. When should I see a physiotherapist?
If pain affects performance or lasts more than 1–2 weeks.
Back pain in volleyball is not random.
It usually means:
π Load exceeds spinal capacity
π Core stability is lacking
π Mobility is restricted
Physiotherapy restores balance, improves movement, and prevents recurrence.
Because in volleyball, power starts from the core.
Train smart. Rotate safely. Stay pain-free.
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