Spine: Posture and Performance

04/11/2026

Where it hurts isn't always where the problem is 🤔

Most of us point to the sore spot. That's where you feel it, but it isn't always where it starts.

Sometimes one bone gets stuck slightly forward, and your body has no muscle that can pull it back. So it twists, bends and tilts to keep you balanced, and that puts load on other areas like your neck, mid back, low back and pelvis. That's often where the ache shows up. That's not a fault. That's your body making up for something.

That's why, with ABC™, we look from your feet to your head every visit. We correct the bones your body can't self-correct, and let your body unwind the rest.

Not sure where yours starts? Book your FREE discovery call through the link in our bio 📎

17/10/2026

What an ABC adjustment looks like at SPINE 👀

Advanced BioStructural Correction is the approach our chiropractors use here in Epsom, and it often looks a little different to what people expect from a chiropractic visit.

Thinking about getting started? Book a FREE discovery call through the link in our bio and have a chat with the team 👇

12/10/2026

💻 IS YOUR DESK SET-UP WORKING AGAINST YOU?

If you spend hours working at a desk, the way your workstation is set up matters.
Here are a few things to check:

🖥️ Monitor: Position your screen directly in front of you, around an arm’s length away, with the centre roughly in line with your eyes.

⌨️ Keyboard: Keep it close enough to avoid reaching, with your elbows near your sides and your shoulders relaxed.

🪑 Chair: Adjust your height so your feet are supported and your legs are in a comfortable position.

🦶 Feet: Keep them flat on the floor or supported by a footrest.

📐 Your overall posture: Pay attention to how your head, shoulders, spine and pelvis are positioned in relation to one another.

Your desk set-up isn't just about comfort, it's about how you position your body throughout the working day.

Small adjustments to your workstation can help you create a more supportive working environment.

📌 Save this post to check your desk set-up!

16/09/2026

FORWARD HEAD POSTURE 📱💻

You may have heard that for every inch your head moves forwards, your neck has to deal with an additional 10 lbs (4.5 kg) of load.

But where does that number actually come from?

Research has explored how changes in head position can alter the mechanical demands placed on the neck. As the head moves forwards, the muscles around the neck have to work differently to support it.

With how much time we spend looking at phones, laptops and screens, your head position can become something worth paying attention to.

📚 Kage et al., 2016

27/08/2026

5 years in a wheelchair.
9 months later, walking without support.

This case report documents the journey of a 66-year-old woman with Stiff Person Syndrome who had been wheelchair-bound for approximately five years.

After introducing ABC™ Meningeal Releases alongside chiropractic spinal manipulation, changes were observed in her muscle spasms, movement and ability to weight-bear.

Over the following months, she progressed from:
→ Beginning to weight-bear
→ Regaining voluntary movement
→ Transferring independently
→ Taking her first unsupported steps in years
→ Walking without support at 9 months

An incredible case that raises some interesting questions about the potential effects of ABC™ and the nervous system.

📚 Osborne M, Woods B, Chu E. Asia-Pacific Chiropractic Journal, 2025.

07/08/2026

Poor posture doesn't usually hurt overnight, it builds up over time.

When your body isn't well aligned, your muscles, ligaments, and joints have to work harder to keep you upright. Over weeks, months, or even years, this extra strain can lead to fatigue, tension, and eventually pain.

Pain is often the last symptom, not the first.

That's why it's important to look beyond where it hurts and understand why your body is under stress in the first place.

At SPINE Posture and Performance, we use Advanced BioStructural Correction (ABC) to assess your body's structure and identify areas of unnecessary strain. By addressing the underlying cause, we aim to help your body move and function more efficiently.

Don't wait until discomfort becomes your normal.
📞 Book your FREE discovery call through the link in our bio and discover what your posture could be telling you.

05/08/2026

Progress is about more than pain. It's about getting your life back. ✨

At the end of this patient's care plan, we carried out a review to see how they were progressing.

Not only did their structural assessment show improvement, but they also told us they were feeling:

✅ More relaxed
✅ Stronger
✅ More energetic
✅ Sleeping better
✅ Thinking more clearly
✅ In a better mood
✅ More flexible
✅ Performing better in daily life

When asked to rate their overall progress, they gave it a 7 out of 10.

At SPINE Posture and Performance, our goal with Advanced BioStructural Correction (ABC) is to help your body function at its best. While every person's journey is different and results vary, it's rewarding to see improvements that extend beyond pain and into everyday life.

📞 Ready to start your own journey? Book a FREE discovery call through the link in our bio.

03/08/2026

Men sharpening their skills up! Dr. Neo and Dr. Wilkins(our new ABC ninja) up in Scotland over the weekend.

From London Epsom to Falkirk! 💜

This weekend, we were delighted to welcome two dedicated ABC practitioners to Pain & Posture Wellness Centre to continue their learning with ABC Europe Instructor, Dr Richard Phelps.

It’s always fantastic to see practitioners investing in their education to provide the very best care for their communities.

Thank you for making the journey—it was a pleasure having you both! 👏

30/07/2026

Ever wondered what we look for during a postural assessment? 👀
This post gives you a glimpse of how we see the body.

Rather than focusing on one painful area, we look at how your entire body is positioned and how it's adapting to gravity. Small shifts in alignment can create compensations elsewhere, which is why we assess the body as a whole.

Postural photos help us identify these patterns, but they're just one part of the assessment.

As part of Advanced BioStructural Correction (ABC), we combine postural analysis with a comprehensive structural assessment to better understand how your body is functioning and where unnecessary strain may be occurring.

📞 Curious about what your posture might reveal? Book your FREE discovery call through the link in our bio.

22/07/2026

Did you know your posture could affect more than just your back? 🫁

Research suggests that a kyphotic (rounded upper back) posture associated with prolonged smartphone use may impair respiratory function.

When we spend hours looking down at our phones, our shoulders round forward and our upper back becomes more flexed. Over time, this posture can reduce the ability of the rib cage to expand fully, making it harder for the lungs to work efficiently.

Your body is designed to move, breathe, and function with ease. When your posture changes, it can have effects beyond aches and pains.

At SPINE Posture and Performance, we use Advanced BioStructural Correction (ABC) to help restore your body's structural alignment while also educating you on the daily habits that influence your posture, because lasting change happens both in and outside the clinic.

📞 Book your FREE discovery call through the link in our bio to find out if ABC could help you.