WHAT IS POOR POSTURE?
Poor posture isn’t anything to be embarrassed about — very few people have perfect posture, and most people partake in lousy posture habits in one way or another. We become so wrapped up in whatever tasks we are doing that we forget to think about how our bodies are positioned. Posture is defined as “the alignment and positioning of the body in relation to gravity, the center of mass, or base of support.” Improper posture isn’t due to laziness or apathy; instead, it generally has something to do with bad habits or, at times, due to a physical weakness in our bodies. Poor posture leads to excessive strain on your joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Posture changes occur over time, and most people ignore them until they notice aches and pains. Unfortunately, the longer we wait to address it, the harder it is to restore it to normal.
At your initial evaluation, your physiotherapist will perform functional testing to identify which weakened areas of your body are causing your back pain. Afterward, they will create a customized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Treatment plans typically include manual therapy and targeted exercises to alleviate pain and regain proper function. Exercise for postural improvement has been proven to enhance posture and improve pain. In addition to manual therapy and exercise sessions, other treatments and modalities may be added to your treatment plan as your physiotherapist deems fit. This will all focus on improving your posture, increasing strength, and, most importantly, relieving pain.
WHAT IS GOOD POSTURE?
Good posture involves training your body to stand, walk, sit and lie in positions where the least strain is placed on joints and supporting muscles. This includes how we move, like our lifting postures or reaching postures. When the spine is in its natural position, the vertebrae stack up over one another. This is what people think of as good posture. When we stack the vertebrae properly, the body can absorb the forces of gravity and the stresses from everyday activities. Learning to find your ideal posture is key to moving and feeling better. Your body is designed to align perfectly to allow for proper movement, proper breathing, and blood circulation. The spine does not like to remain in one position for extended times, which means our posture should move. Our therapists can help teach you to find your neutral spine posture to counteract the slouching to alleviate your pain and improve your overall health!
WHAT TO EXPECT AT PHYSIOTHERAPY
Physiotherapy is a great way to regain normal posture. Our physiotherapists are experts in movement, and they are great resources to have when trying to achieve your physical performance goals. They will aid you in improving your balance, stability, flexibility, and mobility, all of which will positively affect your posture.
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