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Methods for reducing back pain with proper posture
Back discomfort is a common occurrence in people's life. It could be brought on by a congenital disease like scoliosis, an accident, or a sports-related injury. However, upper or lower back discomfort typically appears as a result of normal daily activities.
At work or home, repetitive motions like typing on a computer or lifting and carrying things can cause tension and tightness in the muscles, which can lead to backaches. Improving posture is one way to avoid back discomfort.
In addition to strengthening your posture, maintaining a healthy weight and being physically fit in general are vital. But paying attention to your posture and working on it can make a big difference.
When standing, sitting, or engaging in activities like lifting, bending, tugging, or reaching, your posture refers to how your body is held. The vertebrae in your spine, which make up your spine, are correctly positioned if you have good posture.
Ways to improve your posture
By putting some imagery into practice and performing a few simple exercises, you may improve your posture and prevent back pain.
Imagine a line running directly through your body from top to bottom (your ears, shoulders, hips, knees, and ankles should be even and lined up vertically). Imagine that you are being pulled upward and becoming taller by a string that is fastened to the top of your head. Don't let your lower back swing and try to maintain a level pelvis. Also, fight the impulse to stand on your tiptoes. As an alternative, visualize stretching your head upward to widen the space between your ribcage and pelvis. Think of yourself like an ice skater or ballerina rather than a soldier standing at attention.
Put your hands on your thighs as you sit upright on a chair. Keep your chin level and your shoulders down. Squeeze your shoulder blades together as you slowly reposition your shoulders. Hold for five counts, then release. Continue three or four times.
With your arms up, hands flat against the walls, and elbows at shoulder height, stand facing the corner. Set one foot in front of the other. Breathe out as you slant your body toward the corner while bending your forward knee. Keep your head and chest up, and keep your back straight. Your chest should feel nicely stretched. For 20 to 30 seconds, maintain this posture. Relax.
Your right arm should now be raised to shoulder height in front of you, bent at the elbow while maintaining a parallel forearm to the ground. The right upper arm and shoulder on the right side should stretch as you gently bring the right elbow across your chest while holding it in place with your left hand. After 20 seconds, let go of both arms. Continue on the opposite side. On each side, repeat three times.
Use these posture and imagery exercises all day long. Consider performing one or more of them when you get up from your desk, just before scheduled breaks, or before lunch or dinner to help you remember to do them. It will soon turn into a habit.
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1565 Rose Dr Unit B
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 303-9825
https://qckinetix.com/charleston/summerville-sc/
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If you are an athlete looking for Summerville back pain treatment, check out QC Kinetix (Summerville). Our unique approach to injury rehabilitation is designed to help athletes return to their sport as quickly as possible. We have helped countless athletes recover from sports-related injuries with little or no downtime. Talk to us today.
At work or home, repetitive motions like typing on a computer or lifting and carrying things can cause tension and tightness in the muscles, which can lead to backaches. Improving posture is one way to avoid back discomfort.
In addition to strengthening your posture, maintaining a healthy weight and being physically fit in general are vital. But paying attention to your posture and working on it can make a big difference.
When standing, sitting, or engaging in activities like lifting, bending, tugging, or reaching, your posture refers to how your body is held. The vertebrae in your spine, which make up your spine, are correctly positioned if you have good posture.
Ways to improve your posture
By putting some imagery into practice and performing a few simple exercises, you may improve your posture and prevent back pain.
- Imagery
Imagine a line running directly through your body from top to bottom (your ears, shoulders, hips, knees, and ankles should be even and lined up vertically). Imagine that you are being pulled upward and becoming taller by a string that is fastened to the top of your head. Don't let your lower back swing and try to maintain a level pelvis. Also, fight the impulse to stand on your tiptoes. As an alternative, visualize stretching your head upward to widen the space between your ribcage and pelvis. Think of yourself like an ice skater or ballerina rather than a soldier standing at attention.
- Squeeze the shoulder blades
Put your hands on your thighs as you sit upright on a chair. Keep your chin level and your shoulders down. Squeeze your shoulder blades together as you slowly reposition your shoulders. Hold for five counts, then release. Continue three or four times.
- Stretch your upper body
With your arms up, hands flat against the walls, and elbows at shoulder height, stand facing the corner. Set one foot in front of the other. Breathe out as you slant your body toward the corner while bending your forward knee. Keep your head and chest up, and keep your back straight. Your chest should feel nicely stretched. For 20 to 30 seconds, maintain this posture. Relax.
- Arms stretched across the chest
Your right arm should now be raised to shoulder height in front of you, bent at the elbow while maintaining a parallel forearm to the ground. The right upper arm and shoulder on the right side should stretch as you gently bring the right elbow across your chest while holding it in place with your left hand. After 20 seconds, let go of both arms. Continue on the opposite side. On each side, repeat three times.
Use these posture and imagery exercises all day long. Consider performing one or more of them when you get up from your desk, just before scheduled breaks, or before lunch or dinner to help you remember to do them. It will soon turn into a habit.
Member Spotlight
QC Kinetix (Summerville)
1565 Rose Dr Unit B
Summerville, SC 29483
(843) 303-9825
https://qckinetix.com/charleston/summerville-sc/
https://goo.gl/maps/sFNroAFfdGmuwjNn8
If you are an athlete looking for Summerville back pain treatment, check out QC Kinetix (Summerville). Our unique approach to injury rehabilitation is designed to help athletes return to their sport as quickly as possible. We have helped countless athletes recover from sports-related injuries with little or no downtime. Talk to us today.
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