Why Your Lower Back Hurts When You Walk (And What To Do About It)

Do you feel lower back pain when walking more than 10 minutes?

In this video, we break down a common cause of lower back achiness that many people overlook — compensation from tight or inflamed muscles like the IT band.

When the IT band tendon becomes strained (tendonitis or tendinosis), it can affect how you walk. That altered movement pattern forces the lower back to tighten up and overwork, leading to ongoing discomfort.

Here’s what we explain:

• Why your lower back tightens when another muscle is injured

• How IT band inflammation contributes to back pain

• What tendonitis and tendinosis mean

• How Class 4 laser therapy reduces inflammation

• Why stretching and strengthening are critical for long-term recovery

If your pain travels into your leg or worsens after walking, it may be more than just “tight muscles.”

At Intelligent Health Group in Mississauga, we focus on identifying the root cause — not just chasing symptoms.

📞 Call us today to book your assessment and get a personalized recovery plan.

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