A female client in her forties initially presented with non-specific lower back discomfort. During history taking, her speech pattern and pacing suggested possible breathing restriction. On further discussion, she reported difficulty achieving smooth, unrestricted breathing for over three decades, beginning in childhood. This had never been formally identified or addressed and had significantly limited her ability to participate in higher-intensity physical activity, leading
A female client presented with severe scapular pain that had not responded to emergency care or multiple treatments. Symptoms progressed to include chest tightness and episodes of breathlessness, raising concerns similar to cardiac pain. Improving breathing control restored shoulder movement and eliminated scapular pain — without treating the shoulder directly. The key phrase she used — “I can’t catch my breath” — shifted the assessment away from the scapula itself. Functiona
“These case studies describe individual presentations and observed functional changes. Outcomes vary between individuals. They are not intended to imply diagnosis, cure, or guarantee of results.”