Chiropractic Treatment for Poor Posture & Spinal Misalignments in Bradford

Hours at a desk, on a phone or behind the wheel add up. Over time the upper back stiffens, the shoulders round forward and the head drifts ahead of the body. The result is often fatigue, tight shoulders, an aching mid-back and headaches by the end of the day. At WellCare Medical in Bradford, chiropractic treatment for poor posture loosens the joints that have stiffened and builds the muscle endurance that holds a better position without constant effort.

• neck, shoulder or mid-back ache that builds through the day and eases when you move
• rounded shoulders or a forward head position that others have pointed out
• stiffness when you try to sit or stand tall
• tension headaches towards the end of the workday
• lower back ache after standing or sitting for long periods

There is no single perfect posture. The aim is a spine that moves well and muscles strong enough to change position comfortably through the day.

You may have heard the terms spinal misalignment or subluxation. In practical terms they describe spinal joints that have become stiff or are not moving as they should. Our chiropractor identifies those joints by testing how each part of your spine moves, then uses adjustments or mobilization to restore motion. You can read more on our page about chiropractic adjustments for spinal misalignments.

• adjustments and mobilization for stiff joints in the neck, upper back, lower back and hips
• soft-tissue work for tight chest, neck and hip muscles
• strengthening for the upper-back, core and gluteal muscles that support you
• changes to your workstation, driving position and sleep set-up
• short movement breaks to use during the day

Your chiropractor looks at how you stand, sit and move, tests the flexibility and strength of the key muscle groups, and checks each region of the spine for stiffness. You will leave with an explanation of what is contributing to your symptoms and two or three exercises to start with.

See your doctor if a change in posture came on quickly, if you have a visible curve in the spine that is getting worse, or if back pain comes with numbness, weakness, fever or unexplained weight loss.

Posture improves fastest when stiff areas are loosened and weak areas are strengthened at the same time. We often combine chiropractic with massage for postural imbalances and physiotherapy for postural problems and muscle imbalances. If the way your feet meet the ground affects your alignment, custom orthotics may help (a family doctor's referral is recommended). See also chiropractic adjustments for poor posture or uneven gait.