A famous saying goes, “if it is not broke, do not fix it.” Although conventional wisdom may be useful when it applies to electronics, it is less helpful when it comes to our posture. All too often, people do not do anything to improve their position until they are experiencing chronic pain.
It will be best if you do not wait until you are experiencing chronic pain.
It is because, at that point, degenerative damage can only be halted, not reversed. Chiropractors hate to see that happen, mainly when there are ways to prevent degenerative damage —this step-by-step guide shows you how to improve your posture. You will learn to stand and sit straighter, walk taller, and ultimately prevent the type of muscle and joint deterioration that creates unnecessary wear and tear on the body.
The following are easy ways to improve your posture:
Posture Evaluation
The majority of people have grown accustomed to slouching. They tend to feel healthy when their position is incorrect. For this reason, people typically do a poor job of assessing their stance. That is why your first step to having a better body position is to see a chiropractor for a posture evaluation. During an assessment, your chiropractor conducts a physical examination to see if your spine is aligned correctly. He/she will take X-rays of your spine. It shows how your bones are aligned, the impact they have on your joints, and if there are degeneration signs, such as arthritis of the spine. He/she also discuss environmental variables that may be affecting your posture. After all these evaluations, the chiropractor devises a treatment plan that prevents stress on your joints hence improving your posture.
Chiropractic Adjustment
Once your evaluation is complete, it is best if you receive regular chiropractic adjustments, as outlined in your treatment plan. Chiropractic adjustments manipulate the spine, correcting structural alignment, and improving the way your body functions. When you visit your chiropractor for a correction, he/she will ask you to lay face down on a padded table. Your chiropractor will then apply a controlled force to specific joints, pushing them beyond their usual range of motion.
Move More
No posture improvement program is complete without exercises, which should include both physical activities as well as workouts your chiropractor prescribes for specific issues.