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Overall the pains in your back originate from a serious lack of movement in your skeletal joints, that are used for performing your daily living activities.
This is probably not the answer you want to hear; because you believe that you're doing all the right movements, when getting around ... Views: 831
Back pain is one of the main reasons why people take time off work and why? It is because we spend too much time in sedentary, sloppy positions, doing very little movement and letting our muscles become lax and under-used.
We have become a society that drives around in cars - to the shops, to ... Views: 1171
Overall the pains in your back originate from a serious lack of movement in your skeletal joints, that are used for performing your daily living activities.
This is probably not the answer you want to hear; because you believe that you're doing all the right movements, when getting around ... Views: 865
Why pay someone else to do your housework? When in fact it is a method for you to practice Yoga; or for completing purposeful exercises in a manner that is useful to your body and provides you with a clean home!
Your excuse may like mine use to be - I don't have the time for the cleaning! Or ... Views: 1142
Ergonomic sitting is a position to sit for performing work-based activities through the day. It is not a position of inactive rest. Our body needs to be aware of active movement, for creating comfort in our sitting posture and to stimulate balance in the spine that activates balance for ... Views: 1049
To most people breathing is just a small movement in the lungs, for the purpose of gaining oxygen into the lungs that we need in order to live. Yet when using ergonomic sitting in an ergonomic chair, it makes sense to use long deep breaths at times. This will change the position of your sitting ... Views: 1158
The benefits of water cannot be over-emphasized for hydrating the human body, since we consists of 80% water. It is a survival necessity in our daily life, because the more we move in purposeful activity; the more energy we generate and the more water evaporates from our body. We constantly need ... Views: 1087
If you watched CTV last night in Canada, you will see that the government is warning workers that prolonged sitting is now no longer good for your overall health. It is an area that I have been discussing in relation to your skeletal health, but now the government is warning workers in places ... Views: 1110
Have you ever tried sitting on a balance ball? It is not recommended if you are concentrating on another task; because you will likely to fall off. A ball has no secure position for your pelvic bones, because of the natural curve in the ball. You will likely put pressure on one side or the ... Views: 960
If you are constantly obsessed with food, by depriving yourself of what you enjoy; then the changes are that you will actually never win the battle of trying to lose weight. Every time I said to myself "Right I am going on a Diet! I would suddenly have this strong desire to have something ... Views: 1004
The main causes of back pain are lack of movement in your spine. As a writer about back pain, because I have suffered back pain myself with postural scoliosis in my spine; I will admit that it happens to us all, if we don't practice what we preach! None of us are perfect and I am no ... Views: 1039
Whether you are picking up a feather or a sack of potatoes; the principles of bending over and reaching to the floor are the same. Always remember that your spine is not designed to bend into a 90 degree angle. There is no flexibility in the spine. It is your legs that need the movement and not ... Views: 970
Housework is one of the main ways that many people injure their backs, by simply not using the correct muscles or joints in the movements required for accomplishing the task.
The main option for cleaning the floor is to use a kitchen mop. If your kitchen is large, then you are more likely to ... Views: 998
What! A simple task as brushing your teeth? How can this be so dangerous? I have done it this way for years and it's never been a problem!
The fact that you have repeated the same motion for years may be the reason why your back is now giving you problems. It may be that you are so accustomed ... Views: 955
The previous article wrote about the dangers to our spines, when mopping the kitchen floor. It may seem similar movements could be used to vacuum the carpets.
However vacuuming requires greater strength, when pushing a mechanical piece of equipment compared to a mop. This is because the mop ... Views: 1345
Sitting is the most common action performed by our body. We do more sitting than we do walking. Yet why do we complain so much about the way we sit? The answer lies in the fact that we have never understood how to sit correctly for comfort.
In my youth I was always told to 'sit up,' or my ... Views: 929
Overall the pains in your back originate from a serious lack of movement in your skeletal joints, that are used for performing your daily living activities.
This is probably not the answer you want to hear; because you believe that you're doing all the right movements, when getting around ... Views: 810
Overall the pains in your back originate from a serious lack of movement in your skeletal joints, that are used for performing your daily living activities.
This is probably not the answer you want to hear; because you believe that you're doing all the right movements, when getting around ... Views: 803
It may seem like a good idea, to have a chair where the seat automatically lifts you out; without having the struggle of doing it for yourself.
However, I need to be cautious of buying gadgets to help yourself in daily living, because if you are finding this activity difficult to manage; then ... Views: 961
It may seem like a good idea, to have a chair where the seat automatically lifts you out; without having the struggle of doing it for yourself.
However, I need to be cautious of buying gadgets to help yourself in daily living, because if you are finding this activity difficult to manage; then ... Views: 1195
Back pain is one of the main causes for visits to your family doctor and why? People believe that because their spine is made up of separate vertebral joints, the spinal joints are designed to flex or bend.
Our back or spine is probably the most delicate part of our anatomy and we need to ... Views: 1023
Back pain is very common in our western society, because we don't do sufficient exercise to enable our skeletal joints to move adequately, without becoming stiff and sore on movement.
We drive around in cars too much and do mostly sedentary activities at work that does not provide our body ... Views: 1010
When we think of activity usually as a sporting activity, where people participate in more physically energetic sports as fun and to test our competitive ability; such as in playing tennis, ice and field hockey and football.
However, the term 'activity' can also mean anything that uses ... Views: 1303
How does anyone find comfort when they are always hurting? Does everyone have their own solutions for getting rid of pain?
I use to take my mind off my pain by sinking into my favorite armchair and just sitting and reading a book, watching a film on TV; or eating something wildly decadent, ... Views: 1079
As this question stands, the position of sitting should not cause back pain; providing you do not sit in the same position for very long time, or you will begin to feel discomfort either your back or in your buttocks.
This is because your body is designed for movement, so if you do not move ... Views: 1333
Ergonomic is term we use to create a productive, safe and efficient environment for the workplace, which for my readers is not exclusively the employment environment; it is also the home environment.
Ergonomic balance is the sitting or standing position we use for safe, purposeful and ... Views: 878
So what's that supposed to mean, if a chair is not just for sitting? It means that a chair has more than just one role. Sitting obviously is the first role, but the second role is movement.
It is important while you are sitting that your body continues to move actively, or your body will ... Views: 997
Now that is an interesting question you may think and I think your answer may be uncertain.
There is actually no catch to this question, the answer is simply that a chair would not be a chair if it does not have a back and a seat.
I was also going to add four legs, but then I would not be ... Views: 830
How can anyone manage to walk comfort when walking in high-heeled stiletto shoes?
It seems that there are guidelines on the internet that show you how to balance in these incredibly high-heeled shoes, or stilettos as they are called in the fashion world.
Sadly I must inform you about the ... Views: 2694
The term 'ergonomic' is a label that applies to the study of the workplace environment for efficiency, safety and productivity.
People who study this area usually have a professional background in ergonomics and apply their own understanding to the employment environment through their ... Views: 7736
Safety can only be dangerous with an ergonomic chair; if you perceive the chair as safe, when in fact it is NOT safe.
Therefore you must learn to notice the safety issues around an ergonomic chair, because they are not always the same as a standard chair.
It does not matter which ergonomic ... Views: 1394
Back Therapy provides massage to the spine within each individual vertebra and will be a positive way to start your day, while you are sitting performing your productive activity such as typing on the computer.
To do this effectively, you first need to sit on your pelvic bones, as this will ... Views: 817
Prolonged sitting is only a problem when you remain still in one position without moving your spine along with the rest of your body. Moving your spine has a knock-on effect to all your skeletal joints and thus keeps your whole body in movement.
A far more serious way of causing injury to ... Views: 977
Most people think that drinking soda is harmless flavored water with a few bubbles that all the family will drink and quenches their thirst; making it an easy palatable method for drinking water.
Think Again! Soda happens to be the worst consumable drink on the market for your bodies in terms ... Views: 1141
Yoga principles encourage relaxation in the muscles of your body, along with deep breathing that calms the mind for optimum concentration towards the task at hand when sitting.
Sitting on your pelvic bones in an ergonomic chair, with your stocking feet wrapped around the chair base, is like ... Views: 943
People often erroneously think of treatment by a pain management specialist as consisting of only narcotic ”pain killers.” However, the practice of pain medicine or pain management is diagnosis driven just like other medical specialties. Just as one goes to a cardiologist for an evaluation of ... Views: 1108
Patients with back pain often ask me, "How will physical therapy help me with my back pain?" and "If I am hurting how will exercise help me?"
Not all physical therapy programs are suited for everyone. Therefore, patients should discuss their medical history with their qualified healthcare ... Views: 1337
Low back pain is widespread, and is one of the most frequent reasons for people to seek health care. It is estimated that 80 percent of us will experience back pain by age 55, and it is the leading cause of long-term work disability.
While it is often thought that low back pain is primarily ... Views: 1376
"Prolo" is short for proliferation, because the treatment causes the proliferation (growth, formation) of new ligament tissue ("rubber bands" that hold bones to bones in joints.) in areas where it has become weak.
Prolotherapy treatment is an amazing pain management therapy useful for many ... Views: 1910
Purine rich foods contribute to a painful type of arthritis called gout. The human body needs a small amount of purine, but it can cause problems if you consume it in excess amounts. Purine gets converted into uric acid. Uric acid that does not get removed from the blood stream normally gets ... Views: 1149
In spite of all our efforts to get out of pain, when it persists, with it comes with feelings of despair, helplessness and hopelessness. Why try anymore when nothing seems to work?
But there is hope. These ten proven ways can stop pain before it stops you. Those who have used these skills, ... Views: 1917
For those living with painful carpal tunnel syndrome, the usual remedy involves cold compresses, oral anti-inflammatory medications and avoiding the use of the affected wrist. These recommendations are great when the sufferer is at home, but those with a busy lifestyle find it harder to get ... Views: 602
There are several people who think they can effortlessly get rid of their RSI symptoms by ignoring the issue. However, what they don't understand is that this can just increase the symptoms as they are not dealing with the problem creating the pain. When nothing is done to solve the problem, a ... Views: 700
Do you know the difference between a hip resurfacing procedure and a partial or total hip replacement? If you don't, you'd better find out, especially if your orthopedic doctor suggests one over the other. Take charge of your joint health and care, and be informed so you can make educated and ... Views: 871
"Oh, my back is killing me!" Sound familiar?
While top nutrition and being careful to avoid further strain and injury are excellent starting points for treating back pain, serious or persistent discomfort may need more attention. If you are one of the numerous souls suffering from back ... Views: 1131
You've heard the wisdom a thousand times: "An apple a day keeps the doctor away."
There's a lot of truth in that saying. Fuel your body with a balanced, nutritious diet, and you're likely to avoid many a painful, inconvenient health concern. So it may come as no surprise that, like so many ... Views: 953
Fact: Approximately 8 out of 10 people have experienced back pain at some point in their lives.
Wow. With that many sufferers among us, it's no surprise that I often hear complaints of back trouble as an acupuncturist and alternative practitioner in my New York wellness center.
"Throwing ... Views: 894
Your world has just splintered, everything you took for granted is up for question now; you have just discovered your husband was having an affair, and the hurt is unbearable. Those first few moments when you find out that the person you love is a liar and a cheat, that he has been holding ... Views: 1683
Chronic pain involves a web of variables that can be complex, but often patients don't want a complicated explanation for their pain. The pain is so severe, and so difficult to live with, that they just want to hear a simple root cause. They are often stuck on the idea that their pain is caused ... Views: 1114
Hundreds of thousands of back surgeries are performed every year in the US. However, if you struggle with Spinal Stenosis, you may find relief and avoid surgery.
Spinal stenosis usually occurs after the age of 50. It is a narrowing of areas in the lumbar (back) or cervical (neck) spine, ... Views: 1505