Exercise Your Way To Better Posture In this article, we’ll discuss what posture is, why it’s important, and the best exercises to include in your workout for posture improvement. First, what is posture and why is it important? Posture refers to how your body holds itself—primarily when standing, but also in sitting or even lying […]
Spring has sprung, and many of us are eager to get back to our gardens. The joy of seeing your flowers bloom and vegetables ripen is unbeatable. But, amidst all the excitement, have you ever stopped to think, “What’s the best gardening posture?” In this article, we’ll explore the importance of proper gardening posture and […]
Creating an Ergonomic School Space At Home Setting up a comfortable and healthy study space for your child can make a big difference in their productivity and well-being. With many students spending considerable time on their laptops after school, ensuring that their study area is ergonomically friendly is essential. Here’s a guide to help you […]
Do you experience arm pain that decreases when the arm is raised above your head? Many times, the initial discomfort results from nerves in the neck being pinched because the shoulder blade is not positioned correctly. Raising your arm above your head takes the stretch off the nerve and provides relief, but carrying something like […]
Understanding Spondylolysis What is Spondylolysis? Five is an unlucky number for many people with spondylolysis (spon-dee-low-LYE-sis) because this condition—a weakness or stress fracture of a spinal bone—is most often found near the fifth lumbar vertebra in the lower back. It may, however, occur in other lumbar vertebrae, as well as in the chest area. Spondylolysis […]
We are a country of workaholic couch potatoes. No matter how good our intentions, the sad fact is that many of us work 9-to-5 office jobs, sitting in a chair (and often sitting with terrible posture), hunched over a computer for the majority of the day. In addition to those myriad problems related to this […]
That pain you feel when turning your head while backing up your car is probably due to tightness in the muscles of your neck and upper back, often the result of years of poor posture. To improve your posture, keep your neck in a “neutral” position, with your chin more tucked in than pushed forward. […]
Answering: Why Does My Neck Hurt When I Wake Up in the Morning? Waking up with a stiff, achy neck can be a frustrating start to your day. You might wonder why your neck feels this way, especially if you didn’t notice any discomfort the night before. Morning neck pain is common, but knowing its […]
Headaches come in many forms—from migraine to tension to neuralgia—and most of us have suffered from a headache in the course of our lives. While headaches can have a variety of causes, often the cause is not severe, and simple lifestyle changes can frequently make a difference. The most common type of headache is a […]
Jaw and head pain can be a real pain in the neck—literally. Did you know that many people suffering from both temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) and headaches have postural issues with their cervical spine or neck? This is why we can be an important ally in combating persistent headaches and TMD-related facial pain. According to […]