Posture and the Affects on Back and Neck Pain
What Can Good Posture Do For You? There are a lot of benefits of having good posture. Aside from saying goodbye to neck or back pain, improving your posture can provide several unexpected benefits to your lifestyle and personal well-being. Here are a few of the additional benefits of having good posture: • Proper posture creates quality exercise for your core and back • Improved respiratory health • Added protection for your organs, bones, joints and muscles • Reduced risk of arthritis If you are experiencing chronic neck and back pain, there is a good chance that it could be related to your posture. Contact us to learn more about how you can take steps to start improving your posture today. Schedule your free consultation today by calling 508.693.3800 and start your recovery!
Working with a VCM clinician to improve your posture is a great way to overcomechronicneckandbackpain. Inphysical therapy,youwillbeguided through a series of stretches and strength building exercises that can help you begin training your body to practice better posture, thereby reducing your back and neck pain. Of course, there are ways that you can improve your posture at home, as well. Here are several strategies that are typically helpful: • Try tostand tallwheneveryouarestandingorwalking.Holdyourhead high and square your shoulders, but more importantly work on being the tallest version of yourself. Hunching over is the leading cause of poor posture. • Usesupportwhenyousit tokeepyourposturecorrect.Lumbarsupport in office chairs and car seats will help a bit, but for improved posture you may need to add additional cushioning that will help you keep your back straight. • Be mindful of how you lift heavy objects. Keep your shoulders square and your chest forward. When lifting something that is over 50 lbs it is important to take extra care. Lead with your hips and try to keep the weight close to your body. Lifting something improperly can lead to injury to your neck or back, which may make proper posture uncomfortable.
Welcome Dr. Bubbins
VCM is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Amity Bubbins to our staff. Dr. Bubbins, a New England native, grew up in America’s Hometown of Plymouth, Massachusetts. From an early age, Amity fueled her career goals through continued and expanding education, knowledge, and practice of bodywork, and helping others gain a greater understanding of their innate capacities to heal and thrive. Amity’s practice style fuses multiple gentle Chiropractic approaches aimed to enhance function and muscularcommunicationaswellas the integrationofsupportivenutritionand lifestyledesign, tomaximize the greatest potential to live your fullest, healthiest life. Amity works with all patients of all ages but truly welcomes having whole families under her care. New to the Vineyard, Dr. Bubbins, her husband, Tom, and their 10-year-old Boxer, Cash now call West Tisbury home. They look forward to exploring the seasonal beauty the Vineyard provides and becoming a part of our community.
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