POSTURE PAIN

How the KiRO Clinic provides chiropractic solutions for text neck, rounded shoulders, desk-related tension & more?

Do you spend long hours at a desk or on your phone? Do you notice your shoulders slouching or your head creeping forward? Poor posture doesn’t just look bad it can lead to pain, stiffness, fatigue, and even nerve irritation. At the KiRO Clinic, we help patients correct the underlying causes of posture-related pain to restore balance, function, and comfort.

POSTURE PAIN

How the KiRO Clinic provides chiropractic solutions for text neck, rounded shoulders, desk-related tension & more?

Do you spend long hours at a desk or on your phone? Do you notice your shoulders slouching or your head creeping forward? Poor posture doesn’t just look bad it can lead to pain, stiffness, fatigue, and even nerve irritation. At the KiRO Clinic, we help patients correct the underlying causes of posture-related pain to restore balance, function, and comfort.

HOW POSTURE CAUSES PAIN?

Modern lifestyles — especially desk-based work and constant device use — are major contributors to poor posture.

When the spine loses its natural alignment, it places strain on muscles, joints, and nerves. Over time, this creates pain patterns and dysfunctions throughout the body.

Chiropractors are trained to identify, correct and retrain postural imbalances that affect your entire musculoskeletal system.

Postural Syndromes you may have:

Upper cross syndrome

Upper Cross Syndrome is a common postural distortion caused by prolonged sitting or screen use.

It’s characterised by:

  • Tight chest (pectorals) and upper trapezius

  • Weak deep neck flexors and middle/lower trapezius

  • Rounded shoulders

  • Forward head posture

  • Neck stiffness and headaches

This pattern leads to muscle tension, joint restriction, and nerve irritation, especially in the neck, shoulders, and upper back.

Symptoms may Include:

  • Tension headaches

  • Neck and shoulder pain

  • Difficulty maintaining good posture

  • Limited mobility in the upper spine

  • Tingling or numbness in the arms

At the KiRO Clinic, we use targeted chiropractic adjustments, soft tissue release, and postural rehab to restore proper muscle balance and spinal alignment.

Desk-related postural pain

Spending hours seated at a computer can silently distort posture and cause pain in multiple regions.

Common desk-related symptoms:

  • Mid-back and neck tightness

  • Shoulder blade pain

  • Headaches and jaw tension

  • Low back stiffness

  • Poor concentration due to discomfort

At the KiRO Clinic, we assess your posture both statically and in motion. We then create a custom treatment and ergonomic advice plan to help you sit, move, and work with less strain.

Lower cross syndrome

Lower Cross Syndrome is another common postural imbalance often seen in people who sit for extended periods.

Key characteristics:

  • Tight hip flexors and lower back muscles

  • Weak glutes and abdominal muscles

  • Excessive arching (hyper lordosis) of the lower back

  • Anterior pelvic tilt

  • Lower back pain and hip tightness

This posture creates inefficient movement patterns and chronic strain on the lumbar spine and pelvis. Chiropractic care at the KiRO Clinic can help correct joint mechanics and re-engage stabilising muscles to reduce pain and restore postural integrity.

Text neck & forward head posture

“Text neck” is the result of constantly looking down at phones, tablets, or laptops. It creates excessive strain on the cervical spine and weakens supporting muscles.

Consequences include:

  • Neck pain and stiffness

  • Headaches

  • Disc compression in the cervical spine

  • Muscle fatigue and tension

  • Early spinal degeneration if left untreated

We focus on correcting spinal curvature, restoring mobility and retraining the neck and shoulder muscles to support a healthy upright posture.

MSK symptoms linked to poor posture

Chronic postural issues can lead to a wide range of musculoskeletal complaints:

  • Back pain (upper, mid, or lower)

  • Neck pain & stiffness

  • Shoulder impingement

  • Tingling, numbness, or nerve tension

  • Fatigue and muscle soreness

  • Jaw tension (TMJ)

  • Pain with standing or walking

By correcting the root causes of poor posture, we aim to prevent these symptoms from becoming chronic or debilitating to your quality of life.

How the KiRO Clinic can help!

At the KiRO Clinic, we specialise in postural correction through chiropractic care and 1-1 guided exercise training to get your posture back to where you want and keep it there for good!

Our comprehensive approach includes:

  • Detailed posture analysis and spinal assessment

  • Specific chiropractic adjustments to mobilise restricted joints

  • Myofascial release and trigger point therapy

  • Postural rehab and movement education

  • 1-1 guided training to ensure postural re-education and lasting results!

“According to a 2006 retrospective case series published on PubMed pregnant women experiencing low back pain who underwent chiropractic spinal manipulation. The study found that 94.1% of the participants reported clinically significant improvement in pain levels. Importantly, no adverse effects were reported, suggesting that chiropractic care may be a safe and effective option for managing low back pain during pregnancy1.

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