If you’re suffering from chronic or recurring lower back pain, you know just how debilitating it can be. The aching soreness makes daily activities like bending, lifting and even sitting painful. I wake up with this tight stiffness in my lower back every morning that makes it so painful to get out of bed. My lower back has been killing me lately. As soon as I stand up from my desk chair, I feel this tight, aching pain across my lower back. This constant dull ache in my lower back is making everyday activities really tough. Even turning over in bed at night hurts. Popping pain medication onl ..read more

Your regular dental check-up just got a little more interesting! If your dentist or oral surgeon has ever mentioned a posture evaluation, you might be wondering why it’s relevant to your oral health. In this blog post, we’ll unravel the mystery behind why dentists are incorporating posture evaluations into their practice and how this simple assessment can make a big difference. Why a Posture Evaluation? Believe it or not, your posture can impact more than just your back; it can play a role in your oral health too. Dentists and oral surgeons recognize the interconnectedness of the body, and y ..read more

Easy Hack to Improve Your Posture! Standing on one foot while brushing your teeth may seem a bit weird, but it’s an easy way to incorporate balance awareness into your daily routine. Focusing attention and effort to stand on one foot challenges stability, and so strengthens postural balance. In fact, a 2022 study found that kids who practiced 1 leg balance⁠1 over an 8-week program showed significantly “enhanced static and dynamic balance performance.” For older adults who want to age successfully, CDC and wellness specialists strongly recommend balance exercises to prevent falls and redu ..read more

May is Posture Month, a time dedicated to increasing awareness of the importance of good posture for our overall health and wellbeing. Many of us spend a significant portion of our day sitting at a desk, hunched over our computers or looking down at our phones. Over time, this can lead to poor posture habits that can have negative consequences for our bodies. So, what does Posture Month mean for you? It’s an opportunity to take stock of your posture habits and make any necessary adjustments to improve your overall health. Here are a few things to keep in mind: Good posture is about more than ..read more

Posture assessment is a useful tool for identifying and correcting any posture-related issues. However, how often you should get an analysis depends on a variety of factors. These include your lifestyle, age, and any pre-existing medical conditions. Maintaining good posture is essential to staying healthy. Poor posture often leads to a variety of health problems, such as back pain, headaches, and even reduced lung capacity. Work Habits, Lifestyle, Pre-Existing Injuries If you work at a desk for long periods, it’s recommended that you get a posture assessment at least once a year. Desk jobs ..read more

Are you tired of feeling tired, achy, and slouched over? Do you want to boost your confidence and look your best? Developing a habit of good posture can make a significant impact on your physical health and overall well-being. While it may take some effort and patience, making small changes to your posture habits can lead to significant improvements in your quality of life. In this article, we’ll explore several simple tips and techniques to help you make good posture a daily habit and start enjoying the benefits today. Developing good posture is an important habit that can improve your heal ..read more

The “one size fits all” approach of posture supports is a bad idea because everyone’s posture is unique, and has different underlying causes and habits that impact their posture. For example, some people may have poor posture as a result of muscle imbalances, while others may have developed poor posture habits over time due to prolonged sitting or standing. Posture Supports Provide Temporary Relief Furthermore, posture supports may only provide temporary relief and can actually lead to a dependency on the support, as well as weakened postural muscles due to disuse. Posture exercise, on the o ..read more

Posture exercise is an important tool to combat aging.  Go to any mall or busy street corner and take a look at the passersby.  Other than obvious features like wrinkled skin and gray hair, what most brings attention to how well one has aged is the way one carries oneself.  Posture Impacts the Aging Process In other words, those who stand erect and move fluidly can look much younger than their years, while those who are stooped and have an unsteady gait often look older than they are.  Of course, looks are superficial.  Much more important is how one feels and functi ..read more

Breathing Exercises – Breathe Easier with Stronger Posture The fear of struggling to breathe or being put on a ventilator due to Covid-19 is scary. In fact, it’s driving many people to look at how they breathe, and do something proactive to address Forward Head Breathing (FHB). Opening up posture allows people to address FHB to breathe deeper and more fully. However, it’s by no means a cure for coronavirus. That said, research shows strengthening neglected muscle fibers in the diaphragm and the core strengthens important immune functions. In addition, it reduces stress and relieves many ..read more

Research studies show posture affects back pain while sitting. However, it also affects how you look, contributes astronomically to back pain and will impact your health. One of the reasons there are so many more people suffering from back pain is due to the ever increasing amount of time they spend sitting.  In a tech-driven society, where more and more is being done online, people are sitting folded and compressed for longer periods than ever before. In a typical day we might sit to eat, to work and then recline to relax and watch a show. Additionally, cell phones, mobile devices, app ..read more