Consequences Of Poor Posture

The benefits of proper posture:

1. Keeps bones and joints in the correct alignment so that muscles are being used properly and efficiently.
2. Helps decrease the abnormal wearing of joint surfaces that could result in arthritis.
3. Decreases the stress on the ligaments holding the joints of the spine together.
4. Optimizes breathing and circulation.
5. Prevents the spine from becoming fixed in abnormal positions (for example an abnormal lateral curvature, or scoliosis).
6. Prevents fatigue because muscles are being used more efficiently, allowing the body to use less energy.
7. Improves organ function.
8. Prevents strain or overuse problems.

9. Prevents backache, neck pain, and diffuse muscular pain.

The consequences of poor posture:

• Headaches and easy fatiguability.
• Chronic Pains.
• Increased blood pressure.
• Digestive Problems.
• Endocrinlogical Problems.
• Problems Sleeping.
• Circulatory and Respiratory Issues.
• Vertigo/dizziness and Increase in Falls.
• Attention/concentration problems.
• Decrease in overall health.
• Spinal degeneration and Arthritis.
• Herniated discs and Sciatica.
• Knee and ankle problems.
• Carpal Tunnel.
• Plantar fasciitis.
• Decreased Life Span (up to 14 years)