Spinal Pain Solutions
Dr Nic Saraceni (PhD)
We provide evidence-based care at the highest level.
Pain that has become problematic is rarely caused by a single structure or injury. In most people, it is influenced by a combination of physical, lifestyle, occupational, psychological, and health-related factors. Every person’s pain experience is different which is why effective care needs to be individualised.
At our clinic, we take the time to understand the full picture behind your pain. We combine expert assessment, evidence-based treatment, and personalised management strategies to help you move better, reduce pain, and return to the things that matter most.
Dr Nicholas Saraceni
Physiotherapist | Researcher | Lecturer
PhD (Low Back Pain)
Dr Nicholas Saraceni is an Emergency Deperatment Advanced Scope Physiotherapist, researcher, and lecturer with expertise in the assessment and management of low back pain and musculoskeletal disorders. He completed his PhD in low back pain 2021.Nic is a lecturer at Curtin University, where he contributes to teaching and research within the field of musculoskeletal physiotherapy. His research interests focus on improving the understanding and management of persistent musculoskeletal pain, with a strong emphasis on evidence-informed clinical practice and patient outcomes.In addition to his academic role, Nic works within Emergency Departments across the South and East Metropolitan Services, managing a broad range of acute musculoskeletal presentations. Through his clinical and research work, he collaborates with and supports individuals across Australia, integrating contemporary research with patient-centred care to enhance health outcomes and quality of life.
Degrees
Bachelor of Science (Physiotherapy) 1st class honours 2013
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) - Lower back pain 2021
Masters of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy 2024
Recent Publications
Saraceni, N., Au, I. P. H., Ng, S. K., Yum, J., Choi, C. K., Lai, Y. N., . . . Campbell, A. (2026). Do manual workers with persistent lifting-related LBP show different trunk muscle activity compared to manual workers with no history of LBP during repeated lifting?. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice, 83. doi:10.1016/j.msksp.2026.103552
Slapp, P., Spencer, L., Waller, R., Richards, K., Smith, A., Saraceni, N., & Truter, P. (2025). Rate, Mode, Reasons and Factors Associated With Re-Presentation in People Diagnosed With Musculoskeletal Conditions at a Single Emergency Department: A Cross-Sectional Exploratory Study. EMA Emergency Medicine Australasia, 37(5). doi:10.1111/1742-6723.70128
Au, I. P. H., Saraceni, N., Smith, A., O'Sullivan, P., Ng, L., & Campbell, A. (2025). Is Lifting Technique Related to Pain and Functional Limitation? A Replicated Single-Case Design Study of Five People With Lifting-Related Chronic Low Back Pain. European Journal of Pain, 29(6). doi:10.1002/ejp.70071
Au, I. P. H., Smith, A., O'Sullivan, P., Ng, L., Saraceni, N., Hoffman, L., &
Campbell, A. (2025). Increases in trunk velocity during lifting are associated with improvements in disability and self-efficacy in people with chronic low back pain during cognitive functional therapy: a longitudinal analysis of the RESTORE trial. Occupational and Environmental Medicine, 82(5), 245-252. doi:10.1136/oemed-2025-110200
Au, I. P. H., Smith, A., O'Sullivan, P., Ng, L., Saraceni, N., & Campbell, A. (2025). Does motion sensor biofeedback augment change in movement? A longitudinal study of lifting spinal kinematics in people with chronic low back pain undergoing Cognitive Functional Therapy with and without biofeedback. Musculoskeletal Science and Practice, 76. doi:10.1016/j.msksp.2025.103286
Saraceni, N., Campbell, A., Kent, P., Ng, L., Straker, L., & O’Sullivan, P. (2023). An Exploration of the Influence of Non-Biomechanical Factors on Lifting-Related LBP. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 20(3). doi:10.3390/ijerph20031903
Saraceni, N., Campbell, A., Kent, P., Ng, L., Straker, L., & O’Sullivan, P. (2022). Does intra-lumbar flexion during lifting differ in manual workers with and without a history of low back pain? A cross-sectional laboratory study. Ergonomics, 65(10), 1380-1396. doi:10.1080/00140139.2022.2036819
Saraceni, N., Campbell, A., Kent, P., Ng, L., Straker, L., & O'Sullivan, P. (2021). Exploring lumbar and lower limb kinematics and kinetics for evidence that lifting technique is associated with LBP. Plos One, 16(7 July). doi:10.1371/journal.pone.0254241
Saraceni, N., Kent, P., Ng, L., Campbell, A., Straker, L., & O'Sullivan, P. (2020). To flex or not to flex? Is there a relationship between lumbar spine flexion during lifting and low back pain? A systematic review with meta-analysis. Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy, 50(3), 121-130. doi:10.2519/jospt.2020.9218
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Spinal Pain Solutions
205 Park Street
Subiaco, Western Australia 6008
Call: 0409105414
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To secure an appointment email nic@spinalpainsolutions.com or call 0409105414
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