Stretching at your desk can work wonders for both your body and mind, helping you stay focused, alleviate tension, and boost productivity throughout the day. If you’re having trouble concentrating during the 9-to-5, these tips for stretching leverage your desk and chair so that you can stay loose and stay on task.
Read MoreFeeling like a deflated balloon after a long day at work? We've all been there. The constant fatigue, the heavy eyelids from staring at a computer screen, and the neverending yawns can make even the most exciting job feel like a drag. But if you always feel exhausted after work, there are steps you can take to stop feeling fatigued and start feeling more fulfilled.
Read MoreNeck pain is a common symptom of poor posture, so improving how you stand and sit is an effective approach to long-term relief. Regular chiropractic adjustments can help you manage neck pain and other issues while helping you achieve good posture that will keep you pain-free.
Read MoreYour student is heading back to school, and the odds are good that they’ll have plenty of books, stationery, folders, and more to carry around in their backpack. If your child doesn’t wear it properly or carries around too much in it, they could wind up in pain. But if you know some tips for backpack safety, you can help your child prevent a back injury and stay focused on their studies.
Read MoreThe latest research regarding posture and exercise states the following: Postural abnormalities not only distort movement resulting in osteoarthritic changes over time, it also affects your breathing and digestion resulting in more serious chronic conditions.
Read MoreEducating the community to better understand the influence of regular chiropractic adjustments on whole-body health consumes the mind and work of every chiropractor. Chiropractors influence more than just pain relief and that impact starts with understanding the role of a healthy spine on human health. Science proves that chiropractic care helps infants, children, and adults of all walks of life achieve optimal health, mobility, and function through regular care.
Read MoreProper alignment of every axle on an automobile prevents abnormal wear and tear on the tires. The human spine operates very similarly. The pads located between each spinal bone consist of soft tissue. Abnormal alignment breaks down the soft tissue. The pads are called intervertebral discs and consist of cartilage and water. Seventy percent of the discs in between each spinal bone are made of water. This composition creates greater mobility and cushion. The softer tissue and water in the disc require proper alignment to sustain durability and longevity.
Read MoreStartling research shows that increased usage of phones and computers bring about a variety of health challenges that compound over time. Surveys conclude that billions of people spend extensive time on cell phones every single day. Chiropractors face concern that cell phone usage occurs with the spine and neck in a flexed, forward position. Prolonged use of a cell phone with the head in a state of forward flexion creates a variety of unwanted health challenges. This health epidemic continues to create new conditions and diagnoses specifically to address forward head posture. Likewise, new strategies develop to counteract the stressors that occur from text neck and computer posture.
Read MoreChiropractic adjustments help the body create better posture by reducing nervous system stress, increasing mobility, and allowing greater balance and spatial awareness. Improved posture proves to have lasting effects on many aspects of function beyond just musculoskeletal health. Science links improved posture to better breathing, sleep, hormone control, and brain health.
Read MorePeople continue to spend record-setting amounts of time in seated positions on technological devices. People spend unprecedented amounts of time on desktops, laptops, tablets and phones. Tech usage while positioned in lounge chairs, sofas, and living rooms paints a picture of the norm. The increased device usage creates added stress on postural and spinal health and leads to dangerous long-term outcomes.
Read MoreHave you started working from home because of COVID-19? Maybe you're newly homeschooling your kids or simply spending more time keeping up with all the latest news. Accessing technology from the couch or kitchen in your PJs sounds comfortable at first. But poor posture leads to aches and pains, which can develop into chronic back, neck, shoulder and wrist injuries. You might not have an ergonomic workstation in your home. But we've got your back. Working or learning from home doesn't have to be painful. And a setup that keeps you and your family pain-free doesn't have to be expensive.
Read MorePosture influences so many aspects of life, health and performance. Research even shows that proper posture uniquely and positively influences the effectiveness of communication. Some experts believe that people equate good posture with confidence and the ability to protect. The company and presence of such people breeds trust and credibility.
Read MoreMany people around the world today have jobs that lead them to have a sedentary lifestyle. At least one out of four American adults spends an enormous amount of time sitting behind a desk (for over 8 hours every day), according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Read MoreWe live in a sedentary world, and it affects our metabolism and posture. But did you know that your posture can affect your blood sugar levels?
You might wonder what the connection between posture and glucose levels is, but recent studies show that the way you sit can have a significant impact on your blood sugar.
Read MoreModern life has brought about significant changes to how we work and live. Today many people now spend a considerable part of their working hours sitting in front of a computer. While the sedentary life has become the norm, most people don’t know the correct sitting position, and this can lead to several problems such as back pain, shoulder pain, and wrist pain.
Read MorePosture abnormalities can cause aches and pains in the neck, shoulders, mid-back, and lower back area of the body. Our daily activities such as computer and cell phone use as well as a sedentary lifestyle make us exhibit a forward head posture which places excessive stress and strain on the muscles and structure of your spine.
Read MoreDoes your work require spending long hours hunched over your keyboard every day? Well, you are not alone. According to the results of a new study conducted by Microsoft, workers in the US spend an average of seven hours each day on their computers, while 85 percent of workers say they experience discomfort due to their computer use. The common complaints reported include pain in the neck,
Read MoreOur self image and the way others view us are directly affected by our body posture. We all have observed people who seem to draw attention and give off positive energy simply because of the confident self assured way that they carry themselves.
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