by Matthew Bennett Back pain is not a single condition. It is a spectrum of experiences shaped by your movement habits, pain triggers, nervous system sensitivity and lifestyle. The “One Size Fits All” Problem With Back Pain If you have ever been handed a leaflet of generic exercises after a GP appointment and sent on…
How patients at Sundial Clinics in Brighton are finding lasting relief — one small step at a time By Matthew Bennett When ‘Just Pushing Through It’ Stops Working There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes not from the pain itself, but from pretending it is not there. You reschedule the walk along the…
by Matthew Bennett New research shows that patients seeing a chiropractor for chronic low back pain could experience significantly better outcomes, including less pain, improved movement and better quality of life, when spinal manipulation is combined with laser therapy and exercise. Low back pain is one of the most common reasons people in the UK…
by Matthew Bennett If you’ve ever wondered what’s really happening when a chiropractor adjusts your spine, you’re not alone. Despite what you might have heard, it’s far more sophisticated than simply “cracking your back” or “putting bones back in place”. The truth is rather more fascinating and understanding it might just change how you think…
By Matthew Bennett The Flexibility Paradox You may be surprised to discover that your back pain has worsened despite a dedicated yoga or Pilates practice. You may have been stretching regularly, following your’s guidance and doing everything they’ve been told will help, yet your discomfort persists or even intensifies. This experience isn’t unusual. Whilst yoga…
Why Regular Check-Ups Beat Crisis Care by Matthew Bennett When it comes to back pain, most people wait until they can barely move before seeking help. It’s like waiting for an acorn to grow into a mighty oak before deciding the garden’s getting a bit crowded – by then, you’ve got a much bigger problem…
The Back Pain Dilemma By Matthew Bennett If you’re dealing with low back pain, you’ve probably wondered: should I rest or should I move? Many patients visiting our chiropractors in Brighton ask this exact question. The answer might surprise you. What the Research Really Shows A comprehensive study of over 400 people with low back…
Understanding the Sleep-Pain Connection in Later Life by Matthew Bennett If you’re over 65 and struggling with both back pain and poor sleep, you might have wondered: which came first? New research tracking nearly 1,000 older men over six years provides a clear answer – and it’s not what many people assume. The study, published…
By Matthew Bennett Whether you’re walking along the seafront, cycling through the Lanes or sitting at your desk in central Brighton, back pain can stop you in your tracks and affect every aspect of your daily life. At Sundial Clinics Brighton, we’ve spent over three decades helping people across Sussex understand what chiropractic care can…
by Matthew Bennett Back pain is exhausting. Not just physically, but mentally too — especially when you’ve tried treatment after treatment with little lasting relief. Here’s the frustrating truth: a major 2025 umbrella review found that only around 10% of non-surgical back pain treatments have strong evidence showing they actually reduce pain. Most popular therapies…
