You read it right… a tall posture is directly correlated to a higher level of self-esteem and an uplifted mood. Self-esteem is measured as an overall positive or negative attitude toward oneself. Global self-esteem consists of two aspects, the first is a sense of social worth or ‘self liking’ and the second is a sense…
Archives for April 2017
3 Tips to Prevent Postural Fatigue at Work
Do you feel fatigued at work? Whether you show up tired in the mornings or have an afternoon lull of lethargy, postural fatigue may be affecting your work performance. Did you know that proper posture can help you prevent and overcome fatigue? How you present yourself at work can actually improve your work performance and…
3 Reasons You Love Your Cerebellum
Your cerebellum is one of the important organs of your Posture System. In fact, you should love your cerebellum because this powerful organ allows you to move throughout your world with accuracy and precision. Your ability to perform dynamic movements of your limb while simultaneously resisting the force of gravity (to prevent postural collapse) is…
From Fallen to Fall-Proof
“I want to make a strong comeback from my hip replacement” said John on his initial visit. “I want to be able to go to Disneyland next spring and not worry about my hip.” A memorable trip to Disneyland with the grandkids…that was John’s motivation. He knew he wasn’t in good shape and he already…
Evidence-Based Guidelines for Patients Suffering from Migraines
Migraines are characterized by enhanced sensitivity of the nervous system, particularly activation of the trigeminal-vascular system. From a public health perspective, migraines are a common disorder, an estimated 18% of women and 6% of men experience migraines on a regular basis. Migraine is a chronic condition with recurrent episodic attacks. The following symptoms significantly increased…
Is the School System Failing the Health Needs of Your Child?
Thriving children are raised in an environment where they are provided with essential health needs. They are properly nourished, get adequate rest at night, are encouraged to get regular exercise, have a positive mental outlook, and they are taught the importance of postural hygiene from a young age. Unfortunately the school system is failing to…
Proper Sleeping Posture for ‘Brain Drain’
With a need to rest and recharge, human beings spend one-third of their lives in bed over the course of the lifespan. Proper sleep posture helps to prevent neck pain and back pain. In addition to preventing common musculoskeletal issues, did you know your sleep posture impacts ‘Brain Drain’? What is ‘Brain Drain’? ‘Brain Drain’…
Postural Biomechanics for Better Health and Human Function
An aligned spine is associated with better health and human function. A body in alignment has the structural advantage to resist gravity with proper posture over time, to move with proper postural biomechanics, and to resist pathology associated with postural distortion patterns. Your posture is the structural framework of your body, a component of health…