Case Studies

Five Months of Structural & Cognitive Change in Adult Scoliosis
Louis Ellery Louis Ellery

Five Months of Structural & Cognitive Change in Adult Scoliosis

Melissa presented with a visible scoliotic pattern alongside significant balance and coordination limitations following severe head trauma earlier in the year. At the outset, even low-intensity dynamic movement triggered rapid cognitive fatigue, dizziness, and loss of spatial orientation. Traditional exercise was not an option.

This case documents the structural, neurological, and functional changes achieved over five months using a biomechanics-first Functional Patterns (FP) approach, focusing on posture, gait, fascial integration, and vestibular reintegration.

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Upper & Lower Back Pain, Scapular Winging, and Gait Dysfunction
Louis Ellery Louis Ellery

Upper & Lower Back Pain, Scapular Winging, and Gait Dysfunction

39-year-old female with long-standing neck, shoulder, and back pain experienced significant reduction in daily symptoms over 1.5 years of Functional Patterns training.

Neck pain reduced from 8/10 → 3/10, shoulder pain 8/10 → 1/10, and lower back pain 3/10 → 1/10, alongside visible improvements in scapular alignment, ribcage organisation, and gait mechanics.

Structural changes included reduced scapular winging, resolved back protrusions, and increased functional mass through the glutes and back — achieved without conventional gym training.

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Widespread Chronic Pain, Thoracic Outlet Symptoms, and Athletic Regression
Louis Ellery Louis Ellery

Widespread Chronic Pain, Thoracic Outlet Symptoms, and Athletic Regression

Kate presented with long-standing, full-body pain including neck, shoulder, back, knee, hip, and TOS-related symptoms.

Through consistent Functional Patterns training, she achieved significant reductions across all major pain areas (neck 8/10 → 2/10, shoulders 8/10 → 3/10, lower back 6/10 → 2/10) alongside improved posture, athletic movement, and overall capacity. The focus shifted from symptom management to long-term functional rebuilding.

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Functional Scoliosis, Lumbar Pain, and Return to Sport
Louis Ellery Louis Ellery

Functional Scoliosis, Lumbar Pain, and Return to Sport

Client with functional scoliosis reduced lumbar Cobb angle from 27° to 17° over 10 months of low-frequency Functional Patterns training.

Daily lumbar pain resolved from 7/10 → 0/10, alongside improved posture, strength, and return to boxing. Changes reflect improved movement mechanics and load distribution rather than symptom suppression.

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