Your spine relies on tiny stabiliser muscles and accurate sensory feedback to keep you upright, balanced, and pain-free.But when pain lingers or returns, your body starts to compensate — switching from deep stabilising muscles to bigger, surface-level ones. That might sound like a smart backup plan, but it’s actually a recipe for: Spinal stiffness Muscle fatigue Poor movement control And ultimately, another round of back pain It’s not just about strength — it’s about coordination

Sciatica & Opioid Risk A recent study even found that patients receiving chiropractic care for sciatica were less likely to experience opioid-related complications (like overdose or poisoning) compared to those who received usual medical care. That’s a big win for both health and safety.

Regular physical activity can provide multiple health benefits for the general population, such as reduced risk of chronic diseases These benefits can be particularly pertinent for women during pregnancy and postpartum where physical activity can improve maternal health outcomes whilst also fostering well-being for their new-borns Barriers for physical activity in postpartum women are:  childcare responsibilities, as well as physical and psychological barriers such as pain or discomfor