Improve Your Posture & Avoid Back Pain

Logan Eldan • July 28, 2025

This week at Oak Bay Family Chiropractic, we tackled three big topics:


✔️ How to improve your
posture
✔️ What those adjustment “pops” really mean
✔️ And how to avoid
back pain on flights


Let’s break it down:

Posture Check! Straighten Up


In one of our latest posts, we reminded everyone: stop slouching! Good posture isn’t just about appearance — it can actually help reduce muscle strain, improve breathing, and prevent long-term pain.


With all the time we spend sitting or looking at screens, poor posture sneaks in quickly. Chiropractic care can

realign your spine and help you build better habits for daily movement.


What’s That Pop?


You asked, we answered: what’s that cracking sound during an adjustment?

It’s called cavitation — gas bubbles releasing from your joints when pressure changes. It’s totally normal, completely safe, and not essential for an effective adjustment.

In short:


  • Nothing’s breaking
  • Not everyone hears it
  • The goal is restored motion, not noise


Flying? Protect Your Back


In our latest Instagram reel, Dr. Brad and Dr. Tyler shared quick, in-seat stretches to keep your spine happy during flights.


Long travel days can lead to stiffness and back pain — but with simple movements like spinal twists, ankle rolls, and shoulder shrugs, you can stay comfortable in the sky.


Even short bursts of movement can help keep blood flowing and your spine supported until landing.


New to Oak Bay? Get $40 Off!


We’re offering $40 off your initial consult and exam for new patients!


Just follow us on Instagram or Facebook, like the promo post, and show it to our front desk team when you arrive and at the end of your exam.


Ready to start your wellness journey? Reach out — we’re here to help Calgary feel better, move better, and live better.



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