Good posture isn’t just about “sitting up straight” and looking more confident. It provides a wealth of benefits from head to toe and your entire quality of life. Dr. Michael Wilson and the team at Kosak Chiropractic in Fairfield, CA, share some of these amazing benefits in the guide below.
Relief from Many Types of Pain
Much of the pain we suffer from each day is due to an issue in the musculoskeletal system. And more often than not, they are due to unhealthy habits like slouching over a computer or device or holding your phone to your ear with your shoulder. Using poor posture while lifting items is another common occurrence.
Each of these habits takes the spine out of a safe, neutral position, which results in too much strain on the nerves, discs, and other musculoskeletal components. When those components sustain too much strain and stress, it can cause back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, nerve compression, headaches, and more.
Better Breathing and Digestion
Your spine needs to be in a neutral position for your various organs to have the space they need to function properly. When you slouch, it restricts areas such as your lungs and stomach, leading to breathing difficulties and digestive issues. Additionally, it can lead to nerve compression, which can further impede organ function.
Improved Blood Flow
Slouching and hunching can also interfere with blood flow throughout the body. As blood flow is critical to everything, restricted blood flow can cause many health conditions, injuries, and pain. A neutral spine allows the blood to flow freely.
Improved Sleep and Increased Energy
Pain, poor blood flow, and poor nerve function can all keep you lying awake at night or waking several times throughout the night. Unfortunately, your body remains tired because it’s not able to rest. This can leave you chronically fatigued.
A neutral spine, on the other hand, reduces or eliminates pain, improves nerve function, and increases blood flow, which helps restore the body. You can rest more easily and have more energy throughout the day.
Reduction of Injuries and Ongoing Issues
Poor posture can lead to or worsen everything from sports injuries to arthritis. This is why when you visit Dr. Wilson of Kosak Chiropractic of Fairfield, CA, treatment doesn’t just involve addressing the injury. It also includes improving your posture to enhance your healing, prevent injuries from occurring again, and relieve pain and discomfort from chronic issues.
Learn about the many other benefits good posture can provide by visiting Dr. Wilson at Kosak Chiropractic in Fairfield, CA. Call (707) 426-1111 to schedule an appointment today.