In these stressful, chaotic times, more and more people need to work from home – a situation that breeds bad posture for many of us. That’s where Corrective Chiropractic can help!

Most of us are set up around the house for work these days. In these “ad hoc” working situations, poor posture can quickly develop. That’s a roadmap for pain down the line! In this work from home situations, good posture is essential. This is defined by our sitting, standing, walking, and lying in positions that place the least amount of strain on all those crucial supporting muscles and ligaments throughout the body.

 

The better the posture throughout, the more efficiently the muscles will work. That, in turn, allows the body to use less energy. What does that equal? The prevention of muscle fatigue, muscle strain, and muscle pain. Right alongside that, good posture reduces the stress on crucial ligaments throughout the body – helping to minimize the risk of injury throughout.

Be sure to have all those crucial practices for good posture instituted throughout your working day at home! It can mean a lot for your overall health down the line.

 

If you are in need of some of the Corrective Chiropractic services, contact us HERE to see what we can do! We offer services ranging from Chiropractic, postural and spinal rehabilitation, spinal decompression (for herniated discs), and photobiomodulation. If you have been injured in an automobile accident call NOW For chiropractic services in the greater Raleigh area, come see us today! Dr. Mark Jensen and the professional staff at Corrective Chiropractic are ready to help.

 

Here are some healthier phone/texting tips.

Standing and texting:

 

  1. Stand tall and roll your shoulders back and down.
  2. Place your left hand on your right rib cage. Place your right elbow on top of your left hand to support your right arm.
  3. Use the right hand to view your phone and swipe with your thumb.
  4. Switch sides often to avoid overuse/fatigue.
  5. To type in this position, place your elbows on the bottom of ribs so you can hold the phone with both hands.

 

Desk work and texting:

  1. Sit tall in your desk chair and place your elbows on your desk.
  2. Hold your phone at eye level.
  3. Keep your shoulders back and down.

 

Sitting and texting:

  1. Move to the front of your chair or whatever you are sitting on and lean forward with a flat back. Place your elbows on top of your knees.
  2. Hold your phone at eye level.
  3. Keep your shoulders back and down.

 

Floor sitting and texting:

  1. Push your butt up against a wall or headboard behind you. Bend your knees in front of you and place your elbows on top of your knees.
  2. Hold your phone at eye level.
  3. Keep your shoulders back and down.
Chiropractic Care in Raleigh, NC Whether you’re recovering from an injury, or you’re affected by a chronic condition like sciatica, chiropractic care has the potential to relieve your symptoms. At Corrective Chiropractic in Raleigh, NC, we offer a variety of chiropractic treatments, including adjustments and manipulations, active myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and electric stimulation. We combine these therapies with more familiar physiotherapeutic techniques such as traction, deep tissue massage, and strength-training exercises. Our goal is to help our patients experience relief from pain and to enjoy greater mobility. We understand that every patient we see is facing unique challenges, and the treatment plans we develop are customized. Our appointment times were set up to be flexible, and the members of our support team are friendly and respectful. Helping You Feel Better Our chiropractic care is designed to offer you an alternative to more invasive treatments. We treat many patients in Raleigh and the surrounding areas for a range of conditions, including sports injuries, back pain, sciatica, headaches and migraines, and carpal tunnel syndrome. Experience our unique approach to healthcare for yourself by contacting Corrective Chiropractic today to request an appointment.
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