Pain That Follows a Pattern?
It Might Be Upper or Lower Cross Syndrome.
Neck tightness that won’t quit? Low back or hip pain that flares up the second you stop stretching? These aren’t random — they’re patterns.
Upper and Lower Cross Syndrome are movement dysfunctions caused by imbalances in your muscle system.
In Upper Cross, your traps and chest take over while your deep neck flexors and mid-back stabilizers shut down.
In Lower Cross, tight hip flexors and low back muscles overpower weak glutes and core.
These crossed patterns create a cycle of tension, tightness, and chronic pain — especially for people who sit too much, train hard, or feel stuck even after massage, stretching, or rehab.
Most treatments fail because they focus on the muscle — not the pattern driving the dysfunction.
At Conrad Spine and Sport, we identify the movement fault, restore coordination, and retrain your body
to move the way it was designed to.
We don’t just stretch what’s tight — we fix the system that broke down.
Why Stretching Isn’t Working (And What Everyone’s Missing)
If you’ve been stuck in pain even after massage, stretching, or rehab — it’s not your fault. Most treatments only target the **tight muscles** without ever asking what’s causing the tension in the first place.
Upper and Lower Cross Syndrome are *coordination problems* — not flexibility problems. When certain muscles shut down, others pick up the slack. That creates the tight, overworked feeling that never seems to go away — even when you’re doing “all the right things.”
Common Fixes That Fail
- ❌ Foam rolling tight traps
- ❌ Stretching hip flexors daily
- ❌ Endless posture reminders
- ❌ Weak glute bridges & clamshells
What Actually Works
- ✅ Retraining movement patterns
- ✅ Restoring muscle coordination
- ✅ Nervous system re-education
- ✅ Fixing the system, not just the symptoms
At Conrad Spine and Sport, we specialize in correcting the pattern underneath your pain. You don’t need another round of generic rehab — you need a plan that sees the full picture and retrains the body as a system.
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Upper Cross Syndrome Blueprint
Why your neck, shoulder, and upper back pain keeps coming back — and how to finally fix it.
Lower Cross Syndrome Blueprint
Coming Soon – The guide for hip, low back, and posture-driven core breakdowns.
How We Fix It at Conrad Spine and Sport
You don’t need more stretching, more ice packs, or another round of guesswork. At Conrad Spine and Sport, we don’t chase symptoms — we track the pattern underneath your pain and retrain the system that caused it.
Step 1: Pattern Evaluation
We assess movement patterns, muscle activation, posture, and coordination — not just pain points. You’ll leave with clarity, not confusion.
Step 2: Retrain the System
We restore proper muscle coordination through specific rehab — not generic exercises. This step builds new movement patterns that actually stick.
Step 3: Strengthen & Stabilize
Once coordination returns, we strengthen the system to prevent flare-ups and support long-term resilience.
Whether you’re an athlete, desk worker, or weekend warrior — we tailor your recovery to match how you move and how you live.
This isn’t just treatment — it’s a blueprint for fixing the real problem.
Who This Is For
This isn’t just for athletes or people with “bad posture.” If you're feeling stuck, tight, or constantly dealing with the same pain — this was built for you.
Especially in the neck, shoulders, low back, or hips — no matter what you do.
...but nothing lasts more than a few hours or a few days.
Desk job? Long commutes? Heavy lifting or intense workouts? Patterns break down under pressure.
But no one’s explained why your muscles keep reacting this way — or how to stop the cycle.
If you're doing “everything right” and still in pain, there’s likely a pattern underneath it.
That’s what we uncover — and fix — at Conrad Spine and Sport.
What to Expect at Your Discovery Visit
This isn’t a sales pitch. It’s a no-pressure visit designed to give you answers, direction, and a real plan. Whether you’re frustrated, confused, or just tired of bouncing from provider to provider — we’re here to change that.
We go beyond posture checks and pain ratings. Your visit includes a full pattern evaluation, movement screening, and functional insight into what’s driving your symptoms.
You'll leave with a clear breakdown of what we found — and a plan built around your goals, not just your diagnosis. No fluff. No uncertainty. Just answers and a direction forward.
If you’re a good fit, we’ll begin retraining your movement system on day one — no wasted visits or endless check-ins.
You’ll understand your condition, your options, and what it takes to get out of pain — whether you start a plan or not.
This is where clarity starts — and confusion ends. If you’ve been searching for real answers, this is your chance to find them.
We Don’t Chase Pain — We Find the Pattern Behind It
You’ve done the stretching. Tried the posture fixes. Pushed through the pain.
If nothing has worked, it’s because you’ve been treating symptoms — not the system that broke down.
At Conrad Spine and Sport, we fix the root pattern — so the pain actually stops.
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