According to the recent research over half of people in the UK (51%) who have suffered from back or neck pain believe poor posture triggers it. Poor posture and sedentary lifestyles often contribute to chronic lower back, neck, shoulder, and wrist pain. However, having and maintaining a good posture can help to keep back pain at bay. Many people don’t realise that a straight spine is more achievable than they think, and incorporating just a few small changes into our daily routines can make a huge difference to back health.
Paying closer attention to your body’s side profile can help you recognise back or neck pain triggers. Imagine a plumb line hanging straight from ears to ankles – with everything in the middle sitting on the same line (see image below for ‘Normal Posture’).
