POSTURAL PROBLEMS

Most of the body pains with no solid cause arise due to postural problems. The worst part is a lot of people out there face postural problems. Poor posture is defined as the state of the body when the spine is positioned in an unnatural pose. Prolonged poor postures develop pressure on certain tissues and muscles causing unbearable pain.

Visible symptoms of poor posture are:

  • Slouching
  • Rounded shoulders
  • Tilting head forward
  • Hunchback
  • Bent knees
  • Locked knees
  • Arching of the low back
  • Potbelly

Certain factors do contribute in the postural issues like joint stiffness, muscle weakness, decreased fitness, sedentary lifestyle, and poor core stability. At Alignment Chiropractic, P.C, the treatment starts with determining the cause of the problem. After the initial physical check and tests, the treatments may include:

  • Joint mobilization
  • Electrotherapy
  • Postural education and training
  • Activity modification advice
  • Corrective exercises
  • Manual therapy
  • Pilates exercises

Over time the poor posture can cause strain on the muscles leading to severe pain in various body parts. So, before it’s too late, contact us to control this health situation.