Healthy Posture Guidelines: Posture is how an individual holds their body. Healthy posture is when minimal stress is applied to the joints. Maintaining and holding…
The oblique muscles support and aid in side-to-side movement, helping maintain back strength and healthy posture. There are two oblique muscle sets, the internal and…
Introduction The lower body extremities help provide stability to the various body parts, including the hips, thighs, pelvis, legs, knees, and feet. The hips and thighs comprise…
Introduction Many individuals utilize the lower half of their bodies to go to different places and use the various surrounding muscles that provide stability on…
Introduction The body’s lower extremities have various muscles that allow the legs and feet to move around from one location to another. The different muscles…
Introduction The body’s pelvic region has many functions crucial for functionality with the host. The various muscles surrounding the pelvis help provide stability to the body’s core,…
Introduction The chest in the upper half of the body comprises various structures that each have a job to keep the body functioning. The chest has different…
The Adams forward bend test is a simple screening method that can help with scoliosis diagnosis and help in developing a treatment plan. The exam…
Look how young children position their backs. There is a natural S curve, and their movements are effortless. As the body ages, too much sitting,…
The body is designed to move. For individuals who spend a significant amount of time driving each day, whether for a living or a long…
Practicing improper/unhealthy postures throughout the day can severely fatigue the mind and body. Children’s postural health is vital to their overall health and energy levels…
Introduction Everyone is trying to find what exercise works for them as they start looking for ways to improve their health and wellness. Many individuals…
The ribs are designed to protect the lungs and heart and assist breathing. Twenty-four ribs start at the shoulders in the thoracic spine region and…
Introduction The lower half helps stabilize the body and provides movement from the legs and rotation in the hips. The lower abdominal organs help control bowel movement while…
Posture is the positioning of the body. There are two types of posture. Dynamic posture is how individuals position themselves when moving, like walking, running,…
As the body gets older, slouching, little to no physical activity, and regular stretching cause muscle fatigue, weakness, tension, leading to poor posture complications. The…
Improving posture can be challenging. Poor posture is often the source of various musculoskeletal issues like chronic pain throughout the body. Poor posture can be…