The Newsletter About Your Health And Caring For Your Body NEWSLETTER CORRECT YOUR POSTURE FOR A MORE COMFORTABLE LIFE!
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Improper posture isn’t due to laziness or apathy; rather, it’s often a habit developed over time. We slouch and slump when we feel drained because our bodies (quite literally) get tired of holding us up. Poor posture can lead to excessive strain on your joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Most people don’t pay attention to posture changes until they begin to notice aches and pain in their neck, midback, and low back. Even if you exercise regularly, it is possible that there are still a few weak muscles contributing to your posture that you may not even realize. The muscles in your neck, shoulders, back, abdomen, buttocks, and pelvic floor all play an important role in your posture. Your body is designed to align perfectly, in order to allow for proper movement of the muscles, breathing, and blood circulation. If poor posture continues, it can eventually lead to chronic conditions as you age. Call us today to learn more how we can help you!
(continued from outside) The 3 curves of your spine: Your spine has 3 curves, which provide support and flexibility, in addition to protecting the nerves running up and down your spine. Your neck and lower back should be gently curved in, while your upper back should be slightly curved out. When you slouch, the spine in your neck and lower back actually becomes straighter, while the upper back becomes excessively curved. This produces a forward-head posture and humped upper back, which can lead to neck strain and headaches. If your abdominal muscles are weak, you may also experience an excessive arch in your lower back. Common postural issues: Poor posture isn’t anything to be embarrassed about - very few people have perfect posture, and most people partake in bad posture habits in one way or another. We become so wrapped up in whatever tasks we are doing that we forget to think about the way our bodies are positioned.
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