Postural control refers to maintaining posture against gravity and ensuring that the natural alignment is maintained. Unfortunately, getting into bad habits often doesn't cause pain in the beginning. By the time pain starts, our body has become accustomed to the unnatural postures. Sitting causes significant pressure on the spine and the tissues surrounding and supporting the spine. Research has shown that prolonged sitting has detrimental effects on the spine and your overall health. We must limit sitting in one position to 30-45 minutes at a time. It is important to note that if you sit a lot during the day, you should take extra care of your spine. Here are some simple tips to help you improve your posture while doing different tasks: • When sitting at a desk, ensure you are sitting tall with your feet flat on the floor. Sit tall or not at all. Lumbar support is often helpful in maintaining your natural alignment while sitting. Regardless of how you sit, limit any posture to 30-45 minutes and then change your posture or stand up and walk around. • Limit sitting at home on soft couches or in recliners for long periods. These surfaces cause abnormal/excessive slouching in your
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