By definition, “posture is the position
in which you hold your body while standing, sitting or lying down." A good
posture is the one which puts least strain on the muscles and ligaments. Poor
posture is the one that causes muscle tension leading to joint and muscle pain.
What does a poor posture look like?
you might have forward dropped
shoulders, forward dropped neck, hump on the neck, knees bent inward or
outward. Exercises can help you correct bad posture and maintain it.
Effects of poor posture:
1. Spine misalignment:
Spine's normal S-shaped curvature is deformed due to excessive pressure on it.
The spine can bend either sideways or in front. It can lead to deformities and
other secondary complications.
2. Joint pain: Poor
posture can put too much pressure on the joints leading to its degeneration and
disruption.
3. Headache: Tension
headaches can develop due to increased stress on the neck muscles, forward head
posture or hunched shoulders.
4. Bad sleep: Poor
posture does not let you relax your body at night causing it difficult to sleep
with comfort.
5. Impaired digestion: Slouch
sitting for longer time durations can compress internal organs leading to slow
digestion and decreased metabolism.
Benefits of good posture:
1. Fewer headaches: Having
a good posture reduces the chances of developing any tension headaches.
2. Good sleep: One
is able to relax completely and sleep peacefully when body is in harmony and
balance.
3. Improved metabolism: Metabolic
rates tend to increase when one adapts a good posture. There is no excessive
pressure on the internal organs.
4. Good joint health: Having
a good posture can help promote joint health by reducing the stress on joint
surfaces. Thus, reducing the risk of developing any joint problems in the
future.
5. Look good: Having
a good posture makes you look taller, slimmer and smarter. When you look good,
you automatically feel more confident.
Need more advice or treatment? Many health
care experts at Antarnaad are always here to help you out. Antarnaad is a growing
network of experienced physiotherapists, dietitians, nutritionists, fitness
trainers and Yoga experts providing treatment for all the conditions. For more
information visit our website www.antarnaad.net or call our consultant: Mb:
9899700187
