The ultimate wellness routine for brides: Tips from your Toronto West Chiropractor
Soooo….. You’ve got the dress. You’ve booked the venue. You’ve tasted the cake. Your Pinterest board is poppin’ and you’ve planned every tiny detail to perfection. But did you know that most modern brides regret one surprising thing after their wedding day…
...Not choosing shoes that were both cute and kind to their spine.
So here's your sign to do it differently, especially if you’re planning your big day or powering through wedding guest season. Because nothing ruins a wedding celebration faster than back pain in a ballgown.
Bridal back pain is real, but preventable
Between standing for hours during photos, walking in heels, dancing until last call and stress-packing your shoulders into your ears… your spine goes through it on a wedding day.
And if you’re already someone who deals with:
Chronic back pain
Forward head posture
Tight shoulders from 9–5 Zoom slouching
In many ways preparing for a wedding day is like training for a run and your body could use a little extra pampering so you can enjoy all the fun without aches or pains.
Enter your new besties:
A wellness routine for brides! Cute orthopedic shoes! And a visit to your trusted Toronto West Chiropractic, Massage Therapy and Acupuncture clinic to work on your posture and pain prevention.
Your wedding wellness routine, chiropractor-approved
As your go-to Bloorwest Chiropractor, we recommend brides start prepping their spine just like they prep their skin… WELL in advance and intentionally.
Here’s what to include in your pre-wedding wellness routine:
1. Choose shoes that love your spine back
Yes, the stilettos are stunning, but are they the best choice for standing-for-10+ hours?
Instead look for:
Arch support
A slightly lower heel (2–3 inches max)
Cushioned insoles
Orthopedic bridal shoes (yes, they exist and they’re cute now, like these!)
You can always do heels for the ceremony and swap to something spine-friendly for the reception dance floor. Your back will thank you by midnight.
2. Make stretching part of your daily schedule
A quick daily stretch routine can help release tension and improve alignment leading up to your big day.
Try this 5-minute bridal posture flow:
Shoulder rolls x 10
Chest opener stretch in a doorway
Cat-cow for spinal mobility
Hip flexor stretch
Gentle spinal twist
3. Visit your favourite Toronto West Chiropractor before the big day
Here’s your secret powermove: a quick pre-wedding posture check with your trusted Bloorwest Chiropractor (that’s us!)
At our Bloorwest Chiropractic, Massage and Acupuncture clinic, we offer:
Chiropractic adjustments for alignment and pain relief
Custom stretching and posture plans
Massage therapy for stress relief
Acupuncture for calming the nerves (literally and emotionally)
Private fitness classes to help your body move
Bonus: Brides tell us their dress fits AND photographs better after just a few posture-focused visits. Who doesn’t want that?
Want to feel more confident and pain-free in your dress?
Addressing your back pain isn’t just about how you feel; it’s about how you show up in your photos, your energy, your mood for the day.
A few simple adjustments can help you:
Move more freely on the dance floor
Stay energized all day (from first look to last call)
Reduce day-after soreness
And if you’re dealing with back pain already, you’ll be so glad you started this routine early.
Book your free posture assessment at our Bloorwest Chiropractic, Massage Therapy and Acupuncture clinic.
Getting married soon?
Or just RSVPing yes to every wedding this season?
Book your FREE Posture Assessment with Dr. Alessia, our lead chiropractor at our Toronto West Chiropractic clinic in Bloor West Village. She’ll help you manage stress-related back pain and show up to your big day feeling strong, centered and photo-ready.