Posture, recovery, fascia, breathwork and the science of feeling better. Written by our team in Santa Monica.
May 21, 2026
How the Nervous System Processes, Predicts, and Learns to Resolve . Every second of your life your nervous system is solving equations. Not equations as we learned in school, but biological equations
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June 9, 2026
Chapter 1: The Quiet Beginning – 2013 In the sun-soaked streets of Venice, California, something quietly powerful began to take shape in 2013. While some public narratives simplify or compress
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June 15, 2026
Anterior pelvic tilt (APT) drives low-back pain, tight hip flexors, and weak glutes. Here's what causes it, how to spot it, and how we correct it structurally at Posture Lab LA in Santa Monica.
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May 21, 2026
Jaw release and tongue work have become increasingly popular recently. You’ve probably seen techniques circulating online; quick fixes, exaggerated claims, and “one drill solves everything” approaches. While some of thes…
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May 21, 2026
There’s a growing focus on the jaw and tongue, but the real insight is this: The jaw, tongue, and upper cervical spine (C1–C2) function as one integrated system for posture, breathing, and nervous system regulation. The …
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March 24, 2026
At Posture Lab LA , we often explain the body using simple mechanical analogies. One of the most useful comparisons is this: Your shoes are the tires of your body. Just like tires on a car, shoes are the first point of c…
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March 24, 2026
How Chronic Stress Leads to Pain and Inflammation The human body was designed with an incredible survival system called the stress response , also known as the fight-or-flight response . This system helps us react quickl…
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March 24, 2026
Trauma is often thought of as something that exists only in the mind. But in reality, trauma is also a physical experience stored in the body . At Posture Lab LA , we often explain trauma in a simple way: The brain is co…
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March 24, 2026
Sciatica is one of the most common complaints in musculoskeletal health. It often presents as pain, tingling, or numbness radiating from the lower back into the glute and down the leg . While many people believe sciatica…
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March 24, 2026
Shoulder pain is one of the most common complaints we see at Posture Lab LA . Many people immediately assume the shoulder itself is the problem. However, in many cases, the issue lies in the rotator cuff — a group of sma…
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March 24, 2026
Fascia has recently become a popular topic in the wellness and fitness world. As the conversation around fascia grows, it’s important to understand what fascia actually is and what role it truly plays in the body . To si…
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March 19, 2026
Low back spasms are one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints. Many people experience a sudden tightening or locking sensation in the lower back that can make simple movements like standing, bending, or walking e…
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February 17, 2026
Oxygen is the body’s most essential performance resource—yet one of the most compromised among modern populations. In Los Angeles and Santa Monica, where stress, pollution, sedentary work, and poor posture intersect, oxy…
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February 17, 2026
“Tech Hump”—clinically associated with postural kyphosis and forward head syndrome—has become one of the most visible structural conditions affecting patients across Los Angeles and Santa Monica. Characterized by a prono…
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February 17, 2026
Energy levels, physical endurance, and mental clarity are deeply tied to one overlooked physiological system: diaphragmatic breathing. In Santa Monica and Los Angeles—where professionals balance demanding careers with ac…
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February 17, 2026
Tension headaches and jaw pain have become increasingly common among patients in Los Angeles and Santa Monica—especially among professionals navigating high-stress careers, screen-heavy workdays, and chronic postural str…
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March 11, 2024
Surgery without the surgery It is commonly accepted that as we age there are inevitable aches and pains that become a part of daily life. We don’t adhere to that philosophy. We believe that with the right treatment plan,…
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December 29, 2023
Watch our 2 minute video tutorial Breathing is different than lung performance. The breath is the diaphragm muscle whereas lung performance is your respiratory system’s neurological performance. That means if your diaphr…
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December 29, 2023
Back pain is totally preventable if you understand how your lifestyle and daily choices are affecting your body. While there are many advantages to modern culture, a healthy back is not one of them. From sitting at a des…
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September 4, 2023
Your veins Picture this: you step into a sauna, feeling the gentle heat enveloping your body, and later, you take a bold plunge into icy waters. These contrasting experiences may seem worlds apart but they share a remark…
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August 24, 2023
Your veins and arteries are interconnected components of your circulatory system, working together to support your overall health and well-being. They are like the traffic roads of your circulatory system. Arteries carry…
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August 7, 2023
The liver and the lymphatic system are closely intertwined in their roles within the body. The liver is a vital organ responsible for filtering toxins from the blood, while the lymphatic system plays a crucial role in ma…
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July 12, 2023
We’re guessing you don’t immediately think of your veins when it comes to your wellness journey. In the quest for holistic well-being it’s easy to focus on individual aspects like diet, exercise, detoxification, or bodyw…
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July 9, 2023
When life hands you lemons, make lemonade. But don’t forget to add ice! Stress is certainly an inevitable part of everyday life but it shouldn’t be a crippling one. Learning how to manage stress and adapt to the challeng…
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April 26, 2023
Exercise is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle, but some exercises may cause more harm than good. Inappropriate firing patterns, compression, loss of range of motion, and long-term injuries are some of the issues t…
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April 10, 2023
Sitting is an integral part of modern life – in the car, at your desk, on the couch, and even at restaurants. However, did you know that sitting for prolonged periods of time can be harmful to your body? Research has sho…
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March 15, 2023
We all understand the benefits of exercise, especially in our ability to sustain our health and quality of life as we age – but do you know the best workout program for you? With so many trends, opinions, influencers, an…
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March 9, 2023
If you’re like most of our clients you’ve probably heard all about the infrared sauna craze. From studios to at home treatments, they seem to be everywhere. But are they all they’re cracked up to be? If you think the inf…
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January 11, 2023
How chronic back pain and brain fog are affecting your lifestyle ( and happiness ) When you suffer from ongoing or chronic back pain it can greatly impact your lifestyle and happiness. From an inability to move without d…
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December 29, 2022
What is breath work & why do you need it? Breathing is such a natural and automatic part of life, why on earth would you need to work on it? While we are all breathing every day, many (or even most) of us are not breathi…
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December 29, 2022
Is your work week feeling exhausting? Do you have a hard time getting out of bed in the morning? If this sounds like you, then it might be time to invest some time in the infrared sauna. What is infrared sauna therapy? T…
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December 29, 2022
Is your work week feeling exhausting? Do you have a hard time getting out of bed in the morning? If this sounds like you, then it might be time to spend some time in an ice bath. What is cold plunge therapy? The term “co…
Read articleOne body. Two engines. Walk in tight and tense — walk out aligned, cold-plunged, and ready.
