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Causes of Poor Posture
Muscle pain has many potential causes, ranging from everyday activities to medical conditions. The most common causes include:
Spending long hours sitting, especially hunched over computers or mobile devices, stresses the spine, neck, and shoulders, leading to muscle imbalances.
Core muscles play a vital role in supporting the spine and maintaining stability. Weak or underdeveloped core muscles often result in the body compensating with poor alignment and posture.
Conditions like scoliosis, spinal deformities, osteoporosis, or degenerative disc disease can compromise spinal alignment, making it challenging to maintain proper posture.
As we age, issues like reduced bone density and degenerative conditions increase the spine’s vulnerability to curvature and misalignment.
Regular use of high heels, carrying heavy bags, or sleeping in awkward positions can eventually lead to poor posture.
Emotional stress often leads to muscle tension, manifesting as a hunched or slouched posture.
Recognising the underlying causes of poor posture is essential for creating effective treatment plans, often requiring a professional evaluation to address hidden conditions.
Poor posture usually builds up from long hours in the same position. Slouching at a desk, looking down at a phone, working from a sofa or bed, carrying heavy bags on one side and a lack of regular exercise all play a part. Over time some muscles tighten while others weaken.
Your osteopath will look at how you sit, stand and move, ease the tight areas, free stiff joints and give you a short exercise plan and desk advice that fits around your day.
Book an appointment or call 020 3305 6186.