Facet joint dysfunction can occur when the joints of the spine become painful. Facet joints (also known as zygapophyseal joints) are the joints in the spine. Pain in facet joint dysfunction can be caused by poor posture, trauma, aging, whiplash, obesity, arthritis, etc. Facet joint pain is usually one sided and can refer to a large area of the back and/or leg. You may also experience stiffness and difficulties with certain activities such as standing straight or bending backward. Frequently, your pain will be eased when sitting. Our physiotherapists are trained in assessing the spinal joints, and providing a custom treatment plan including manual therapy and exercise to restore function at the spinal joints.