We all recognize poor posture when we see it, but most of us do not have a real grasp of the important role posture plays in our health.
Good posture means your bones are properly aligned and your muscles, joints, and ligaments can work optimally. It means your organs are in the right position and can function at peak efficiency. Good posture helps contribute to a normal functioning nervous system. Without good posture, your overall health and total efficiency may be compromised. Because the long-term effects of poor posture can affect bodily systems, a person who has poor posture may often be tired or unable to work efficiently or move properly.
Poor posture inevitably leads to pain. Muscles have to work extra hard just to hold you up, causing fatigue. The muscles in the neck, back, arms and legs become tight, stiff and achy. Eventually, there will the joint stiffness and pain as the result of all the excess wear and tear to the joints and discs.
To maintain proper posture, you need to have adequate muscle flexibility and strength, normal joint motion, as well as efficient postural muscles that are balanced on both sides of the spine. In addition, you must recognize your postural habits and work to correct them.
Chiropractors are experts at analyzing posture and spinal problems. They can assist you with proper posture, including recommending exercises to strengthen your core postural muscles. They can also assist you with choosing proper postures during your activities, helping reduce your risk of injury.
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