The human body is an incredible machine, performing multiple functions (many at once) to keep us alive and conducting multiple types of movement. Standing upright isn’t something people often think about, but it does warrant some focus as bad posture could have many negative side effects. As time passes, not standing up straight may lead to detrimental conditions beyond simply beginning to hunch over. In fact, posture changes correlate between standing and sitting positions with individuals needing to be cognizant of both in order to keep bad habits from forming and impacting their current state over time.

The dangers of sitting involve more detrimental factors than bad posture results but it’s definitely a possibility. With damage resulting from prolonged inadequate postures of sitting and standing, being able to ensure you’re upright to the best extent possible is extremely important. The results of having a negative posture on your body extend to multiple scenarios, involving many different negative aspects. 

Pain

Bad posture has the potential to cause pain in a variety of many different areas, including the neck, headaches, lower back, and many other problem spots. If individuals are unable to correct their alignment it could result in multiple issues, even a permanent spinal curvature. Being able to correct or deal with these problems often involves physical therapy. A specified program can assist in eliminating the back or neck pain and possible headaches resulting from being slouched over many hours each day.

Sleep

Even sleep can be affected from not having proper alignment throughout the day. If your body is busy trying to constantly keep everything in a stacked order, then when it comes time for bed the results may continue as detrimental. As the body works to properly align during the day, when night time arises, the capability to keep a quality posture becomes especially important.

Digestion

Constantly bending over could put unnecessary pressure on the digestive system which may cause issues with proper digestion. If your body is not upright, then the elongated bend may put compression on the digestive system which could produce a needed correction before too much damage is produced. Knowing alignment and posture impacts digestion could lead individuals to put a renewed focus on this area.

Other Risks

Some other risks of bad posture include the potential for a pinched nerve. Constantly slouching may cause the spinal cord to pinch a nerve in the back causing another range of issues. These may begin as a tingling sensation in the extremities but could transition into something more harmful. In addition, a permanent curvature of the spine is also a possibility due to working with a negative posture over time.

If you or someone you know has bad posture and could use assistance with correcting their appearance, mobility issues, or is seeking services for another reason, then consider reaching out to the physical therapy experts at North Platte Physical Therapy, Monument Physical Therapy, Big Country Rehabilitation, and Bear Lodge Rehabilitation today. Offering 18 different locations across Wyoming and Nebraska, our professional staff are ready and willing to help administer and create a personalized plan of action specific to your needs. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us today. Available for all of your physical therapy and related offerings, we look forward to meeting you and providing the type of service you can rely on to help improve your overall wellness very soon!