Back Pain at Work: Prevention & Self-Care

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About Course

Back pain is very common and usually improves within a few weeks. This course explains common causes, NHS self-care advice, the warning signs that need urgent medical help, how employers reduce the risk through manual handling and workstation assessments, and how to support colleagues back to work.

Tutwoo is an independent learning provider. This awareness course is based on NHS and HSE information as at October 2026. It is not medical advice. In an emergency call 999.

What Will You Learn?

  • Understand common causes of back pain and how it usually improves Follow NHS self-care advice and know when to seek help Recognise red-flag symptoms that need urgent care Reduce back pain risks at work and support a return

Course Content

Course Lessons

  • Understanding back pain
  • When to get medical help
  • Preventing back pain at work

Sources & Further Reading
The official guidance this course is based on.

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