Explore evidence-informed articles and video lectures from Dr. Gregory Robrahn examining the science of human movement, behavior, resilience, and well-being.
Challenge assumptions. Expand understanding. Put knowledge into practice.
Does looking down at your phone damage your neck? Dr. Gregory Robrahn examines the 60-pound text neck claim, what the research actually shows, and why constantly guarding your neck may carry its own cost.
Is slouching bad for you? Explore what research says about posture and back pain, and why movement skill, adaptability, and comfort matter more than appearance.
Why does my back hurt? Discover three different pain mechanisms, why the same treatment may not help everyone, and what your symptoms may be telling you.
Can avoiding pain make things worse? Learn how fear and avoidance can restrict movement, reduce confidence, and limit meaningful activities—and what may help.
Can your body learn pain? Explore how the nervous system learns protective movement patterns and how new experiences may help build confidence and capability.
Does more pain mean more damage? Learn how your nervous system processes pain, why sensitivity can change, and how understanding pain may help you move forward.
Discover why health plans fail even with good intentions, and how meaningful goals, realistic steps, and shared decisions can help you move forward.
Why does movement feel so hard? Learn how compensation, protective muscle tension, and changing movement strategies may increase effort—and what to consider.
