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Get a jaw dropping result with Brisbaneโs chronic pain & Movement Pattern Specialists
Functional Patterns Brisbane is a team of passionate Posture & Pain Specialists in Brisbane, Australia. We will stop at nothing to improve your quality of life. We use highly targeted Functional movements that address your ROOT CAUSE.
We specialise in Chronic Pain, Sciatica Pain, Muscle Gain, Biomechanics, Poor Posture, Weight Loss, Scoliosis, Joint Pain and everything in between.
No Other Method Gets Chronic pain, POOR Posture & Scoliosis Results Like Functional Patterns Does. Our functional movement gym is like no other.
Do you have multiple areas of pain, poor posture or keep injuring yourself?
Do you feel lopsided or disconnected when you walk or move?
Are you tired of seeing professionals who focus on one thing at a time?
Are you tired of temporary pain relief that never addresses the root cause?
Do you get the feeling that everything is connected Do you think that if you couldโฆ
fix the way you move in your day to day life,
reduce your inflammation
and grow more functional muscle,
โฆthat you would not be in pain anymore and you wouldnโt keep getting injured.
That is where Functional Patterns Brisbane comes in. We are a team of movement, posture and pain specialists in Brisbane, Queensland who treat your body as the whole unit that it is. Unlike many pain management clinics in Brisbane, we analyse your gait (running/walking) and posture to:
find asymmetries,
muscular atrophy,
weakness,
drops, shifts and
dysfunctional movement patterns that cause pain overtime.
We specialise in correcting these factors Through functional strength training to:
make you more symmetrical,
improve your posture,
reduce your chronic inflammation levels,
Increase muscle & decrease fat,
Make you more coordinated
and prevent future injuries and surgeries.
No matter what state you are in, we guarantee that we can help you achieve anything you are willing to work for. Functional Patterns is by no means a red pill to solve all of your problems. It is, however, the blueprint that makes the seemingly impossible: possible.
Take a look at the results and testimonials of those who have taken the leap. You will notice that we do not just โmanage back painโ or โhelp people run better.โ
At Functional Patterns Brisbane we completely transform people who were told that "they would never be able to get better".
Many training styles claim to do functional strength training, to improve core stability and to improve everyday activities. However, Functional Patterns is the only method consistently showcasing results that address chronic pain, correct poor posture and transform faulty movement patterns.
We take what others might consider broken or unsolvable and piece it back together better than ever. We have more client results than any other Chronic pain specialist in Brisbane. If you're looking for a pain management specialist who actually gets results, book in today.
Here is an example of one of our clients to give you an idea of what is possible:
A Mother Who Suffered From Early Degenerative Hip Disease, Now Pain Free & Functional
โI canโt recommend the guys at FP Brisbane enough. Whether it be pain, performance, rehab or general health Functional Patterns is a game changer. It allows you to get to the root of the issue and take control of your body and health without having to rely on passive therapies.โ
โThe team at FP Brisbane have changed my life! I had a hip injury 6 years ago which was debilitating. After exhausting all treatment options I was told that my only choice was surgery.
Then I came across FP! Having worked with the team at FP Brisbane has changed my mind pain and mobility...without surgery!! I can walk and exercise without pain.
The small classes are fantastic to work on your biomechanics at your own pace with individualised support but still have some laughs! I simply canโt recommend FP Brisbane enough.โ
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Breathing, walking, running, throwing.
Four functions that form the basis of our biological blueprint and separate us from all other animals. get good at these these and watch your entire life change.
why does breathing, walking, running & throwing matter?
We find that optimising breathing, walking, running & throwing is paramount to improving every facet of health. You can target multiple muscle groups, lift weights and partake in functional exercise. However, when we focus on executing these primary functions correctly...
We see improvements in conditions such asโฆ
scoliosis,
joint pain,
fatigue,
poor posture,
& bloating
โฆand often have clients:
losing weight,
running faster,
Pain free,
moving better
& gaining muscle
Donโt Just Take It From Us:
โFunctional Patterns Brisbane has, quite honestly, been life changing.
When I first started with Louis, I was in constant pain from compensations i had no idea that i had. Was considering leaving my job due to the pain and discomfort I had been in.
From the initial session with Louis, I knew I had found the right place/system for training and living.
He was / is seriously amazing at finding and fixing dysfunction in my body, thank you ๐
Functional Patterns were able to give me a life back and put me on a better path.
Since my time with FP Brisbane, I have also worked with Max and Neale and everyone I have worked with have been outstanding and all have a wealth of knowledge. I am constantly telling my friends and family to get themselves to FP Brisbane and get the body working and moving the way it should be!โ
improve Posture, Gain
Muscle,
Decrease Pain,
Sleep Better,
Lose Fat &
Feel Athletic.
OUR LIFE CHANGING GAIT-BASED ASSESSMENT TECHNIQUE
When we move incorrectly, our body adapts. These adaptations to dysfunctional movement cause pain, dysfunctions and malformations. Because of this fact, we know that dysfunctional movement is the root cause of most of our problems. When searching for 'functional training near me,' you want to find a centre that truly addresses your imbalances.
This is why we use the gait cycle as our primary diagnostic/assessment tool. Whether youโre an elite athlete or an office worker, youโll be hitting the treadmill for your initial assessment. If you are in too much pain to run, you can walk at whatever pace is possible for you.
As posture specialists, we also utilise postural photos to evaluate the impact of your movement on your standing posture. These "before" photos serve as a valuable benchmark for tracking your progress throughout your training journey with us. They highlight the numerous improvements that are to come.
Gait and posture assessment at Functional Patterns Brisbane
Furthermore, we employ gait cycle footage to analyse your walking pattern in slow motion. By comparing it with the movements of high-performing sprinters, we can identify any areas of dysfunction. For instance, we may notice that you turn less to the left than to the right. We might also see that your left hip drops because of lack of engagement in your core.
We find your walking and standing problems, then create exercises just for you to fix them. These exercises make you stronger.
They improve balance and hydrate your connective tissue. They also enhance symmetry in relation to gravity and the ground. This leads to better overall connectivity and coordination.
What sets our assessment apart is that it leaves you feeling empowered and clear-minded. We offer a simple, customised initial consultation tailored to your needs. This makes it easier for you to function without pain moving forward. Most importantly, our goal is to create lasting change in your body.
We think that anyone can get better with the right evaluation and a good plan for making changes. This is especially true when facing tough, persistent issues. We are link no other pain clinic in Brisbane.
FUNCTIONAL PATTERNS 4 steps to Chronic pain relief
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The reason you feel pain in the body is because of imbalance. Muscles get tight and joints get achy because the body is out of balance.
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The next step is to use myofascial release to hydrate muscles. By hydrating the tissues, they become better primed to shorten as well as not being so stiff.
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After finding more balance with your body, we then need to make it stick. We do this by making sure the correct muscles fire in the right sequence.
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The final stage is to create strength and move better. When you dial in the FP principles, you not only eliminate pain, but you will keep it away for good.
Functional Patterns Scoliosis Result Using Gait Analysis Followed By Functional Patterns Protocols
We Can Help You With:
Fixing Poor Posture & Chronic Pain
Naturally Straightening Scoliosis
Rehabilitating Chronic Injuries
We DO One-on-One Sessions Or Small Group Classes
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Hear From Some Those Who Have Tried It!
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โIโve been doing FP at FP Brisbane for about 2 years now, and it has transformed my body in ways I hadnโt been able to achieve doing other things (Olympic lifting, regular gym schedule, cycling, etc).
The biggest improvement Iโve felt, personally, is the massive reduction in lower back pain, almost completely gone; sometimes I donโt even think about it anymore.โ
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โI have had great improvements with FP Brisbane. My Trainer has been patient and her attention to detail is extraordinary. I am stronger, healthier and able to move much better than I have in years.
An unexpected bonus has been a big boost to my sense of confidence and body image. Life changing. 5 star - would recommend!โ
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โOur teenage son has Scheuermannโs Kyphosis, along with associated postural and muscular imbalances. He is six months into his Functional Patterns journey with Shane and already the results are impressive.โ
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โFP has helped me more than I thought possible. After 15+ years of relentless pain and dysfunction I am able to say I am close to completely pain free, in an impressive timeframe, thanks to Max.โ
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โI cannot recommend Keriann from FP Brisbane highly enough. We have been training for a few months now and she has changed my life. This stuff should be taught in schools.
I no longer have pain in my left should from other HIIT programs. I wonโt be seeing anyone else but FP for heath, fitness or recovery ever again. Best decision Iโve ever made. Just try it, you donโt want to miss this experience.โ
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Our East Brisbane Facility Has Featured In The
Case Study: Chronic Pain From Childhood Injury & Shoulder Reconstruction
Lachlan visited @fp_brisbane for severe lower back and sciatic pain in his left leg caused by a rowing injury. This was L5s1 pars defects and herniated disc.
He also had a shoulder reconstruction because of a rugby injury. He also had a shoulder reconstruction from a rugby injury. He had seen various other health professionals for pain treatments with no relief.
After 6 months of training we have been able to get him free of his persistent pain and added mass to a more symmetrical decompressed structure.
Before:
โ Years of Severe lower back pain
โ Sciatic pain down left leg
โ Overly retracted and depressed shoulders
โ Left hip hike
โ Lumbar compression
After:
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Pain free
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Better shoulder positioning
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Engagement of traps and lats
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Reduced left hip hike
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Better core engagement
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Improved chest expansion
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Lumbar decompression
Want To lower Inflammation, stop Bloating & Shed Unwanted Body Fat?
All our clients have access to our incredibly effective Functional Patterns dietary protocol. When you work with FP Brisbane, as a client you get:
A 17-page booklet explains how we've helped many people feel more energetic, confident, and build muscle while losing fat.
A Guidebook with recipes, a meal plan & a grocery list to take all of the guesswork out of your diet.
Our diet plan has been thoroughly researched and tested. It is designed to hydrate your muscles, increase collagen, reduce inflammation, build muscle, and decrease body fat.
We have a Clinical Nutritionist on site who helps with diet and lifestyle to support your physical progress.
The Deeper Information + Research On Reducing Core Inflammation & Keeping Tissue Hydrated.
The Easy To Follow Food Guide With Recipes, Shopping Lists, Tips, Preparation & Storage Advice & More!
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โMy body always feels great after a session. I have lost body fat, changed my posture and reduced my back pain.โ
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Case Study - 5 month scoliosis and cognitive transformation
Oct 28 2019 > Jan 7 2020 > March 13 2020
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Improvements in scoliotic curve
โ Improved joint stacking and scapular positioning
โ Improved balance and coordination
โ Improved cognitive function and proprioception
Due to severe head trauma received early last year, training @melissathewong has been a tedious process. Moving around was difficult for her because her thinking and balance got worse quickly, causing dizziness and unsteadiness.
The application of @functionalpatterns correctives (IMAPS) and myofascial release entirely brought about the changes seen here. Training based on our body's natural design improves all body systems, including balance and coordination.
As we increase dynamic movement, we see progress in these areas, especially in the vestibular system. Looking forward to continued results from this dedicated client. As scoliosis specialists, this is certainly not an isolated result.
How Does Melissa feel about her life changing result?
โI have seen significant improvement to my coordination, posture and proprioception through Functional Patterns. These sessions have played a key part in my journey to recover my cognitive and physical functions after my injury. Shane is an effective coach with a keen eye and knowledge for movement patterns. I have really enjoyed training with him.โ
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Biomechanics is the science of human movement. The study of human biomechanics allows us to identify strong trends that improve performance, rehabilitate and prevent injury.
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We use the gait cycle as our main form of assessment for everyone who comes to see us. The most accurate way for us to see your gate cycle is by having you run and playing it back in slow-motion.
Why? Because when we walk or stand, it is difficult to see areas that need improvement because of a lack of motion. Covering up problems by โactivelyโ standing or walking is also common in posture photos and walking gait.
When you run at your maximum speed, you have little control over your gait. Therefore, we are able to find even the smallest problems in your gait cycle to work on.
We use gait cycle in biomechanics because it translates into all other movementโs. If you can run better, then you can sit better, throw better, stand better ect.
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Yes, but not by getting you on a treadmill and โteaching you how to run.โ Firstly, we identify which aspects of your gait are disconnected, asymmetrical or harmful. Next, we breakdown the correct version of that movement into an exercise for you.
For example, imagine your right hip drops during your run because of a lack of core tension. We would create/perform an exercise with you that replicates the motion using correct core tension. Once you do this enough, it will translate to the treadmill AND translate into your everyday life. This is what gets you out of pain and looking more symmetrical.
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As Naudi Aguilar, the Founder of Functional Patterns puts it - โNot only do grains inflame the gut and lead to a range of issues related to chronic inflammation, but they interfere with deep core tension and the intrinsic stability of the spine.โ
Grains contribute to bloating, inflammation and dehydration. Many studies have shown this.
This is not only evident in much of the literature, it is also profoundly evident in our practice. We see an immense correlation between
clients who eat a grain-rich diet
and clients who have an inability to make progress.
Much of the work we do requires core tension. Core tension is reduced by bloating and inflammation.
We also require hydration of the tissue. This is also inhibited by the consumption of dehydrating foods such as grains.
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As Functional Patterns Founder, Naudi Aguilar, put it:
โThe more you do repetitive motions that involve spinal compression, the more the asymmetries that are already present in your body are going to calcify over timeโ
The biggest problem with the back squat, that nobody else will tell you, is that it's nearly impossible NOT to fall into an asymmetrical shift or twist during squat. At some level, the more back squats you do, the more you lock in your body's dysfunctions.
The more you do repetitive motions that involve spinal compression, the more the asymmetries that are already present in your body are going to calcify over time. In other words, you get stronger but in the worst way possible. You get stronger legs, but also stronger ingrained asymmetries.
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โEverybody draws the assumption that flexibility is a good thing when it comes to alleviating muscle tightness and joint discomfort.
The human body doesnโt just magically figure out how to move in space when you implement a stretch. This is especially true as it relates to muscular function. In order for a muscle to be programmed in motion, it needs to have the capacity to initiate a contraction.
When muscles move together in sync, the body moves. But when muscles are overstretched, they contract less effectively, fuelling the tightness people feel all over their body. In other words, lengthening muscles with stretching protocols doesn't make you move better.
In fact, even the science has stated as much! While stretching might feel good, aside from the pleasurable sensations, it doesn't actually enhance movement or reduce injuries as previously thought.โ - Naudi Aguilar
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โFrom our perspective, a scientific definition of "functional" isn't arbitrary, it is biological.
It comes down to a two step process: first, you define the organism; then, you identify their primary movement functions.
Training to specifically enhance those foundational elements of an organism's movement is what defines functional training. It's really that simple.
As an example, let's say you were tasked with training a dog to move better. You've already defined the organism (ie: a dog).
Next, you recognise that dogs move in a particular fashion. They don't prioritise hopping on two legs like a kangaroo, crawling like a lizard, swimming like a fish, or flying like a bird.
At their foundation, dogs are quadrupeds, meaning the vast majority of the time they move around on four legs.
Now that you've solidified their primary mode of movement, the next step is figuring out how to best enhance a dog's functionality.โ
- Naudi Aguilar
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Functional Patterns is fitness training designed for humans by humans. By cracking the code on the way we've evolved to move, we supercharge your body's ability to move better, and teach you how to train without all the pains that typically come with other training methods.
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We know that access to healthcare can be financially challenging for some people. Did you know that most health funds extras have $250 devoted to a Medical-Practitioner-Approved exercise program? In order to do so, you will need to get a referral form filled out by a doctor or physiotherapist. Below are the needed forms for the most common Australian health funds.
If you do not see your fund listed, typing โFUND NAME exercise formโ into google should give you the form you need.
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