Poor posture is increasingly common and can lead to neck pain, back pain, headaches, muscle tension and reduced mobility.
At Live Free Wellness in Putney, we provide personalised chiropractic care to assess and manage postural problems caused by prolonged sitting, desk work, lack of movement, stress and everyday strain.
Improving posture starts with understanding the underlying cause and creating a tailored plan to restore healthy movement and alignment.
Why does posture become poor?
Many factors can contribute to poor posture, including:
- Prolonged sitting and desk work
- Working on laptops or mobile devices
- Lack of regular movement or exercise
- Muscle weakness or imbalance
- Stress and fatigue
Over time, poor posture can place increased strain on the joints, muscles and nerves of the spine, leading to stiffness, discomfort and reduced movement.
When you visit us, your chiropractor will carry out a full assessment of your spine, joints and movement patterns to identify areas of restriction, weakness or imbalance.
Chiropractic care may include:
- Gentle spinal mobilisation or specific adjustments
- Soft tissue therapy to reduce muscle tension
- Postural assessment and movement screening
- Advice on sitting, standing and working positions
- Exercise rehabilitation to improve strength and mobility
The aim is to improve joint movement, reduce strain and support healthier posture in daily life.
Poor posture may contribute to:
- Neck and upper back pain
- Headaches originating from the neck
- Rounded shoulders and forward head posture
- Muscle tightness and stiffness
- Reduced spinal movement
Early assessment can help prevent symptoms from becoming long-term problems.
Alongside treatment, we place strong emphasis on guided home exercises and education.
Your chiropractor will show you specific strengthening and mobility exercises designed to:
- Improve posture and alignment
- Reduce muscle tension
- Support long-term spinal health
- Help prevent symptoms from returning
We believe education and self-management are key parts of effective postural care.
Our chiropractors are trained in more than spinal adjustments. We help guide you with movement, posture awareness and practical strategies to support a healthier spine.
Together, we create a personalised plan of care suited to your individual needs and lifestyle.
We believe that not only treatment, but "home exerises" and teaching each client, how to self help is important in order to reduce pain, and most importantly prevent pain from reoccurring.
Thats what makes us difference to other chiropractors.
If you are concerned about your posture or experiencing neck, back or headache symptoms, we are here to help.
Book your appointment onlinePoor posture can show up in many ways, including rounded shoulders, forward head posture, lower back stiffness, and tension through the neck or upper back.
These patterns are often linked to prolonged sitting, desk work, phone use, or repetitive movements.
IPostural strain can place extra stress on muscles, joints, and supporting structures. Over time, this may contribute to discomfort, stiffness, or reduced movement efficiency.
Everyone responds differently, which is why assessment is important.
Chiropractic care may help by assessing joint movement, muscle balance, and movement patterns.
Care often focuses on improving mobility, reducing strain, and supporting better movement habits alongside advice and exercises.
Yes. Posture is highly individual. An assessment helps identify whether discomfort is related to joint restriction, muscle tension, movement habits, or workload demands, so care can be tailored appropriately.
Not really. Good posture is about movement variety and control, not holding one rigid position.
Spending long periods in any single posture — even a “good” one — can contribute to discomfort.
Postural habits can influence how forces move through the body during training and sport.
Addressing movement quality and control may help reduce unnecessary strain during activity.
This varies from person to person. Changes often depend on consistency, daily habits, activity levels, and how the body responds to care and exercises.
Your chiropractor can guide you based on your assessment findings.
Yes, where appropriate. Care often includes guidance on movement, exercises, and workstation or lifestyle adjustments to support longer-term change alongside hands-on treatment.
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