Correcting Poor Posture

Poor posture impacts much more than how one looks when sitting and walking. It can cause a lot of pain and suffering. Poor posture can put you at risk of life-threatening problems. The following are just some of the most common factors to consider and issues to look out for regarding poor posture from our team at Back In Balance Wellness Center.

Identifying Poor Posture

Poor posture is typically easy to identify. Some of the telltale signs include the following:

• Slumped or rounded shoulders
• Knees that bend when walking or standing
• A “potbelly.”
• A head that leans backward or forward
• Constant headaches, muscle fatigue, and back pain

Common Causes of Poor Posture

• Previous injury, such as whiplash
• Bad sleep positions
• Holding your phone between your ear and shoulder
• Stress
• Lifting or carrying heavy objects, such as a backpack
• Carrying extra body weight
• Slouching when sitting

Risks of Poor Posture

While those common signs can lead to a lot of discomfort and back pain, poor posture can lead to more health issues.

• Trouble sleeping
• Jaw and spinal misalignment
• Incontinence or constipation
• Heartburn and digestion trouble
• Balance issues that can lead to falls
• Joint degeneration
• Blood vessel constriction, potentially causing blood clots and heart problems

How Our Chiropractors Can Help

Chiropractic care can go a long way in improving poor posture. Adjustments can help increase your joint movement and ease muscle tension, making it easier to sit and stand straight more naturally. Muscle release and strengthening exercises can address any imbalances in your soft tissue. We can also recommend lifestyle changes and rehab exercises to increase your chances of success.

Contact Our Chiropractors in Bangor & Ellsworth, ME

Addressing and correcting poor posture is imperative to a healthy and thriving lifestyle. Our team at Back in Balance Wellness Center can help correct your posture and provide a variety of chiropractic services. Call our Bangor office today at (207) 947-8077 or our Ellsworth office at (207) 667-4678.