National Posture Month Franklin | Open House Special
May is National Posture Month, a global initiative to raise awareness of how spinal health affects the way you feel, move, and function every day. Since 1959, the Foundation of Chiropractic Progress and partner organizations have dedicated May to educating people about the lasting impact posture has on overall health. And the numbers back it up: posture-related back pain is the third most common reason for doctor visits in the US, and around 80% of Americans suffer from back pain at some point in their lives.
The message is simple: posture isn’t good or bad. It’s either strong or weak, and there is always a path to improvement.
What Your Posture Is Actually Telling You
Posture is shaped by five key principles: motion, balance, patterns, compensation, and adaptation. When these are out of sync, the effects show up as back pain, neck pain, joint stress, and fatigue. As more people spend time sitting slumped over screens, weak posture is becoming an epidemic—affecting not just physical health, but also appearance, attitude, and overall mood.
A helpful framework for improving posture is the Posture ACE approach: Awareness, Control, and Environment. Small, consistent changes in each area can make a meaningful difference over time.
Try This Quick Balance Test
Balance is one of the first things to go when posture is weak. Here’s a simple self-check:
- Stand up straight, lift your left leg, and count to 30.
- Stop the first time you need to put your foot down. Don’t cheat.
- Repeat with your right leg.
If you can’t hold each leg for 30 seconds, or you find yourself flailing your arms to stay upright, your balance and core strength are weak. Weak balance is a direct contributor to back pain, neck pain, and poor posture over time.
Celebrating 15 Years With a $15 Offer
This year, Cutsinger Chiropractic is proud to mark 15 years serving the Franklin community. To celebrate both that milestone and National Posture Month, Dr. Cutsinger is hosting an open house throughout May for new and returning patients.
In honor of 15 years, we’re offering a complete posture evaluation and spinal work-up for just $15. That’s a $210 value! This offer is available to first-time patients and returning patients who have not been seen in 3 or more months.
Your evaluation includes:
- Consultation with Dr. Cutsinger
- Health history review
- Physical exam
- Computerized posture scan
- Digital X-rays (if necessary)
- Report of findings
Every patient who schedules will also be entered into a weekly drawing for prizes including specialty pillows and a TENS unit.
Offer valid May 1-May 31, 2026. Does not apply to personal injury or workers’ compensation cases.
Don’t Wait—Space Is Limited This May
This is our way of introducing more people to the benefits of chiropractic care and helping the community take posture seriously. Appointments are required and space fills quickly. Contact Cutsinger Chiropractic to reserve your spot today!
