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…
Start 2026 Pain-Free by Matthew Bennett As we welcome the new year, many of us are thinking about changes that could genuinely make life a bit easier. If back pain has been getting you down, here’s some good news—this could be the year things finally click into place. Here at Sundial chiropractic clinic in Brighton,…
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…
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…
By Matthew Bennett Are your gym sessions leaving you with more than just sore muscles? You’re not alone. Back pain from workouts is one of the most common complaints we hear at Sundial Clinics, but here’s the good news: it doesn’t have to sideline your fitness goals. As experienced chiropractors in Brighton, we often advise…
By Matthew Bennett If you are older yourself or you have a family member who is getting on a bit then this is for you. Low back pain stands as one of the most disabling conditions affecting older adults throughout Brighton and the wider UK, contributing to substantial healthcare costs and reduced quality of life.…
New research proves what your Brighton chiropractor already knew: spinal manipulation really works for neck pain. By Matthew Bennett Why This Breakthrough Study Matters for Brighton Residents Suffering from Acute Neck Pain When acute neck pain strikes, Brighton residents face a bewildering array of treatment options. Should you book an appointment with your GP, visit…
By Brighton chiropractor Matthew Bennett Although our chiropractors have been here in Brighton for over 30 years and chiropractic care itself has been around for well over a century, it is only now that studies are revealing how chiropractic manipulation works. These studies look at its effects on pain management, longer term outcomes and the biomechanics…
Menopause marks a significant life stage, but it also brings a host of challenges – one of the most overlooked being chronic low back pain (LBP). Women are more likely than men to experience back pain and its prevalence increases with age. Menopause is often associated with well-known symptoms like hot flushes and sleep disturbances,…
Back pain is one of the most common complaints worldwide. It affects millions of people, disrupting daily life, work, and overall well-being – in fact up to 60% of people will experience back pain at some point in their life (1). But why does back pain happen? The causes are vast and complex, ranging from…
