Postural and desk-related pain is increasingly common, particularly for people who spend long hours sitting, working at computers, or using mobile devices. Symptoms often develop gradually and may affect the neck, upper back, shoulders, and lower back, sometimes leading to headaches or persistent stiffness.
At Dr Matt Breeds Chiropractic in Miranda, we take a thorough, individualised approach to postural and desk-related pain — focusing on identifying contributing factors and improving how your spine, muscles, and nervous system work together.
Your assessment
Your initial consultation allows us to understand how posture and daily habits may be contributing to your symptoms.
During your first visit, we will:
- Take a detailed history of your symptoms, work setup, and daily activities
- Discuss aggravating and relieving factors
- Perform a thorough musculoskeletal and neurological examination
- Assess posture, spinal movement, and muscle balance
- Carry out relevant orthopaedic and functional testing
- Refer for imaging (such as X-rays) if clinically appropriate
If suitable, treatment may begin during your first appointment.
Allow up to 60 minutes.
Common postural and desk-related issues we see
Postural pain can present in many different ways. Some common issues we assess include:
- Neck or upper back stiffness
- Pain related to prolonged sitting or screen use
- Forward head posture or rounded shoulders
- Shoulder and upper back tension
- Lower back discomfort associated with desk work
- Postural fatigue or reduced spinal mobility
Every person’s situation is different, which is why proper assessment is essential before treatment begins.
Can chiropractic help with postural or desk-related pain?
Chiropractic care may help certain types of postural and desk-related pain, particularly when symptoms are related to:
- Joint restriction or reduced spinal mobility
- Muscle tension or imbalance
- Prolonged static postures
- Movement dysfunction or poor ergonomic habits
Rather than focusing only on where it hurts, we assess how your spine, muscles, and nervous system are functioning together, and how posture and daily activities may be contributing to your symptoms.
If chiropractic care is not the most appropriate option for your condition, you will be referred to the right healthcare professional — and there will be no charge for your consultation.
When should I seek help for postural pain?
It’s a good idea to have your posture-related pain assessed if:
- Pain is persistent or worsening
- Symptoms increase during or after desk work
- You experience regular stiffness or tension
- Pain is affecting work, sleep, or daily activities
- You’re unsure what is causing your discomfort
- Neurological Symptoms
Early assessment often helps prevent minor issues from becoming long-term problems.
Treatment approach
Care is tailored to your individual presentation and may include:
- Chiropractic adjustments
- Gentle manual techniques
- Muscle and soft tissue work
- Postural and ergonomic advice
- Rehabilitation or movement exercises
Our goal is to help improve function, comfort, and confidence in movement, not just provide short-term symptom relief.
Ongoing care and recovery
At your second visit, we will explain:
- What is contributing to your postural or desk-related pain
- What can be done to address it
- What results you can reasonably expect
- How long recovery is likely to take
You will receive a personalised schedule of care, along with exercises or recommendations to support long-term improvement.
Subsequent visits are typically shorter and focus on progressing your care plan.
Up to 10 minutes per visit.