“Individuals with fixed sagittal imbalance, a condition where the normal curve of the lower spine is greatly reduced or absent altogether that can cause pain…
Can musculoskeletal therapies treat individuals with upper crossed syndrome to relieve pain, improve posture, and strengthen the muscles in the neck, shoulders and chest? Upper…
Factors that cause poor unhealthy posture can be caused by the day-to-day effects of gravity on the body, personal, work, or sports injuries, illness, genetics,…
Sitting at a desk or standing at a workstation in the same position for hours at a time every day or night can strain the…
Body stiffness is common, especially as the body ages. Stiffness can result from intense work, lack of physical exercise, or specific conditions. The reasons vary…
For individuals with aches and pains after walking, the first thing to check is posture. How an individual holds their body is important in walking…
Body balance is essential for walking, tying shoelaces, picking up objects, etc. Balance is an acquired skill that the body develops in response to different…
Introduction Many of us are moving around from one location to another. When we are on our feet all the time, it can cause the…
Breathing nourishes the whole body and regulates important functions like heart rate and blood pressure. It also reinforces proper body mechanics to lessen the stress…
Introduction When it comes to the body, the lower portion has three compartments of muscles that work together to provide stability and mobility to the host when…
Healthy posture and movement are essential for everyone, but especially for mothers-to-be. Practicing healthy posture is one of the most important contributions to a healthy…
Introduction The body needs a good amount of rest after being in motion throughout the day in the form of sleep. Whether the body has been doing…
Introduction From a young age, parents will always tell their kids to sit up straight or else they will have bad posture. As kids, we…
Introduction Every day, the body is in constant rest or active motion when needed, from working to exercising and getting adequate rest to repeat the…
Postural dysfunction happens when unhealthy postures are practiced and maintained for prolonged periods. This can occur in any sitting, standing, or lying down position and…
Unhealthy posture and slouching incorrectly position the body unnaturally, adding chronic strain on the muscles and ligaments. For example, when sitting or standing at a…
Making healthy posture adjustments is a process, especially for individuals that have been practicing unhealthy postures for years. Not only does the body have to…