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WELLNESS TIPS - Posture

** Always consult your physician, chiropractor, or physical therapist before beginning any new exercise or treatment.
Remember your mother insisting, “Sit up straight”?  Besides placating your parents, was there any reason to take the curve out of your spine?  Perhaps the benefits of good posture have been overlooked for a long time.  In 1934, four orthopedic surgeons co-authored Essentials of Body Mechanics.  I find that this information and advice is just as true today as it was when the book was first published.  Yes, your mother knew that good posture is the foundation of good health.
 
Effects of Poor Posture

A. Increased curves of the spine

B. Heart and lungs are cramped for space

C. Diaphragm flattened, dropped, and weakened

D. Abdominal organs sag out of normal position

E. Downward pressure on pelvic organs

 Poor posture Good Posture Benefits of Good Posture

F. Spine in good alignment (favors a stronger spine and less pain)

G. Adequate room for heart and lungs

H. Diaphragm is high and dome shaped allows for better breathing and circulation

I. Abdominal organs in correct position

J. Minimal downward pressure on pelvic organs

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