A new year often comes with big goals: move more, feel better, get healthier.
But for many people, January starts exactly the same way as last year with ongoing pain, stiffness, or nagging injuries that never fully resolved.
If you’re saying, “I thought this would go away by now,” you’re not alone. The good news? You don’t have to carry the same pain into another year.
Why Pain Often Carries Over Into the New Year
Many aches and injuries linger because the root cause was never addressed. Common reasons include:
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Sitting more during winter months
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Old sports injuries that were never fully rehabilitated
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Poor posture at work or while driving
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Muscle imbalances or joint restrictions
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Stress and tension building up over time
Pain may fade temporarily, but without proper assessment and treatment, it often returns sometimes worse than before.
Common “New Year” Pain We See at Our St. Catharines Clinic
At BodyLab Recovery Science, we frequently help patients with:
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Low back pain and sciatica
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Neck and shoulder tension
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Headaches and TMJ pain
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Hip and knee pain
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Sports injuries
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Postural pain from desk work
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Chronic pain that hasn’t responded to rest alone
If pain is stopping you from exercising, sleeping well, or enjoying daily life, it’s time to take action.
How Chiropractic, Physiotherapy & Massage Can Help
Our team focuses on treating the cause not just the symptoms.
Depending on your needs, your care plan may include:
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Chiropractic care to improve joint mobility and reduce nerve irritation
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Physiotherapy to rebuild strength, mobility, and proper movement patterns
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Registered massage therapy to relieve muscle tension and improve circulation
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Acupuncture or medical acupuncture to reduce pain and inflammation
We tailor every treatment plan to your body, your goals, and your lifestyle.
Why January Is the Best Time to Start
✔️ Fewer outdoor injuries than peak summer months
✔️ Easier to build healthy habits early in the year
✔️ Prevent pain from becoming chronic
Starting now can save you months or years of discomfort.
Don’t Make “Feeling Better” a Next-Year Goal
If pain has followed you into the new year, it’s your body asking for attention.
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