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Understanding back pain: gait, posture and movement insights

If your back pain keeps coming back despite stretching, massage, or core exercises, the problem may not be your back. Inefficient gait, poor posture, and limited hip rotation often overload the spine. At Functional Patterns Melbourne, we assess movement patterns and posture to identify the root cause and help you move pain-free.

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Posture Back Brace: Why It Fails and What Works

Across Australia, people search for a posture corrector because they want to stand taller, ease back tension, and feel more confident. The quick fix is tempting — buy a posture back brace, posture belt, or vest for posture support and you’ll instantly look straighter at your desk.

The catch? A brace is a band-aid. It holds you still but doesn’t teach your body to hold itself up.

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