How is your posture throughout the day? Do you catch yourself slouching frequently? If you suffer with aches and pains, especially in your neck, upper or lower back, poor posture is probably to blame.
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October 2017
How You Can Change Your Posture And Improve Your Life!
How is your posture throughout the day? Do you catch yourself slouching frequently? If you suffer with aches and pains, especially in your neck, upper or lower back, poor posture is probably to blame. The proper curves of your spine Your spine has 3 curves which provide support, flexibility, and protection for the nerves running up and down your spine. Your neck should have a gentle curve in, upper back slightly curved out, and lower back slightly curved in. 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. In addition, weak abdominal muscles can cause an excessive arch in the lower back.
Easy At-Home Exercises To Keep You Moving!
PRONE BACK EXTENSION While lying face down, slowly raise your chest upwards and off the ground. Then lower slowly back to the ground. Repeat 10 times.
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“Before coming to Ramsey Rehab, I was having pain on my left heel after sitting for periods of time. But with PT at Ramsey Rehab, my pain has decreased to zero and I am able to resume my exercise routine. Thank you!” M. P. “My pain has decreased to zero!”
Why is posture important?
Your body is designed to be in good alignment allowing proper movement of the muscles, breathing, movement of blood throughout the body, and digestion. Many chronic conditions are linked to poor posture and changes to the structure of the body. Just look in the mirror, is your posture the same as when you were younger? Poor posture leads to excessive strain on your joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It also weakens many of the core muscles that are needed to keep you upright and healthy. Posture changes occur over time and most people don’t pay attention to them until they are unhappy with the way their body looks or starts to hurt. Posture can be improved Our Physical Therapists at Ramsey Rehab have years of medical training in evaluating posture and movement. By pinpointing the source of your aches and pains, we can develop a plan for you that will return you to a more youthful posture and quickly relieve your pain. Call us today to learn more about how we can improve your posture and help you lead a pain free active life .
1. Ears in line with shoulders If you’re leaning too far forward or backward, your posture is off-kilter. Use this trick whenever you’re sitting at your desk. 2. Pull back shoulder blades Drawing them back and down will bring your chest up and out, and help you avoid getting rounded shoulders. 3. Using a lumbar pillow A lumbar support pillow does some of the work for you by supporting your spine. You’ll be forced into the correct position every time you sit down. For a quicker fix, use a folded or rolled-up towel. 4. Uncross those legs The correct way to sit in a chair requires you to place your feet flat on the ground. That means no crossing your legs or sticking them out in front of you. 5. Get up and move Sitting for long periods of time is really terrible for the body. Your blood flows slower, abdominal muscles get weaker, bones get thinner due to inactivity and your life expectancy decreases. Avoid Back Pain Tips For Sitting at Work
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9 Move without pain 9 Bend and move freely 9 Balance confidently and securely
9 Sit for long periods comfortably 9 Walk for long distances 9 Live an active and healthy lifestyle
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