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Causes of Postural Imbalance
Many factors contribute to the development of postural imbalance, and understanding the root cause is essential for effective treatment. Common causes include:
At the MHV Clinic, we delve into these causes to determine the underlying factors contributing to your postural issues.
Spending prolonged hours sitting, especially in poor ergonomic conditions, weakens postural muscles and promotes slouching or forward head posture.
Inadequate workspace setups at home or the office can encourage poor posture, further contributing to muscle imbalances.
Past injuries or accidents can cause compensatory movements favouring one side of the body, causing it to lose alignment.
Imbalances between opposing muscle groups (e.g., tight chest and weak back muscles) are common causes of poor posture.
Sometimes, childhood habits cause individuals to inherit tendencies toward poor posture or develop muscular imbalances.
Wearing shoes that lack proper support or spending too much time in high heels can lead to changes in posture that can throw off the body’s natural alignment.
Postural imbalance usually comes from the things we do every day. Sitting for long spells, looking down at a phone, carrying a bag on one shoulder, standing with your weight on one leg and favouring one side after an old injury can all shift how the body holds itself.
Your osteopath will look at how you stand and move, find the tight and weak areas, treat them and give you a short exercise plan that fits around your working day.
Book an appointment or call 020 3305 6186.