Back Pain from Poor Posture, Why Sit Up Straight? Easy Tips by Catz Austin Physical Therapy Poor posture and a slouched, slumped back can contribute to a wealth of physical dysfunction and pain in the back, hips, butt, thighs, legs, arms, shoulders, neck, hands, and well… you get the idea. In this video, Christie Powell, head of physical therapy at Catz Austin, explains how poor posture can cause low back pain and other issues like carpal tunnel and sciatica. This video and the rest of the series will give you easy tips and exercises to alleviate pain and discomfort. Often when we are sitting at the computer, watching TV or movies, playing video games, and driving, we slump into poor posture and a curved spine. This exerts pressure throughout the entire body and over time will severely weaken the shoulders and back so that sitting correctly becomes uncomfortable. The only way to improve posture is to begin changing your habits and to try and get in the habit of reminding yourself to sit up straight. A posture-buddy at work is a great idea so you can keep reminding each other, or you can set a timer or alarm on your desk. Part 2 will feature Ron Vaughn demonstrating some sports massage techniques to relax and unwind the muscles so the chest and pecs can loosen and open up, freeing the spine to move into its natural position. Part 3 will give you some easy exercises and stretches you can do at home to assist with a tight neck and shoulders or back pain. She also will show …
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There are not many worse feelings than having an intense headache! You feel unable to move, in loads of pain, and possibly even disoriented. If you are not suffering from significant health concerns then there are 5 simple suggestions you can do to reduce the pain associated with headaches and make your life more enjoyable.
The first suggestion to reduce a headache may even save you some money. Not bad! That suggestion is to reduce your caffeine intake. While coffee is considered to be the main culprit, many times sodas, teas, energy drinks, and even “indulgence” foods like chocolate (or cocoa) can be a significant contributor to your headaches. Reducing the intake of these items, and replacing the drinks with lots of clean water can make a major step forward in reducing the magnitude of your headaches.
Next is another suggestion which can save you money and prevent other health concerns! This suggestion is to stop use of nicotine. While the main culprit is cigarette smoking, there are many other sources of nicotine intake. Chewing tobacco, cigars, and even second-hand smoke (at someone else’s house or in bars and clubs) can be a significant contributor to your headaches. Reducing exposure to nicotine is an intelligent move to make no matter how you do it.
Third is something which many parents preach to their kids since they were born. If your parents wished you a good night’s sleep then they were teaching you something valuable! A good night’s sleep, of uninterrupted deep rest, will go a long way toward reduce the duration and intensity of your headaches. It also helps with your overall health, so do what you can to reduce the stress in your life so that you can get deep, quality sleep.
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