4 bad postures that damage the spine that many people have

Lying on your stomach, looking down at your phone, sitting with a hunched back, and exercising in the wrong posture will "kill" your spine.

According to Dr. Paul D'Alfonso,Maple Healthcare Chiropractic Center,4 bad habits people often have that lead to scoliosis or cause bone and joint diseases are as follows:

Looking down at your phone - the "culprit" of pain

Smartphones are an indispensable part of everyone's life today. However, this is one of the culprits causing scoliosis as well as neck and back diseases. The posture of bowing the head when texting will put pressure on the spinal cord and cervical spine, causing scoliosis to progress faster.

It is recommended that you place your phone at eye level when using it, not on your lap or on a low table. Limiting the use of smartphones continuously for long periods of time also reduces the risk of scoliosis and eye and nerve diseases. Use your smartphone for 45 to 60 minutes, then take a 5-minute break to relax your body and spine.

Sleeping on your stomach is harmful in many ways.

Sleeping on your stomach puts a lot of pressure on your spine. Especially for children and teenagers, the rib cage is not fully developed, so it can easily become flat, causing the spine to curve more. In addition, when lying on your stomach, the head turns to one side, causing the cervical spine to twist. This condition, if prolonged, can cause severe shoulder, neck, and back pain.

Sitting with a hunched back can easily cause scoliosis.

Sitting too much, being lazy, hunching over, squatting or sitting cross-legged are causes of spinal degeneration and scoliosis that many people do not expect.

The advice for you is to adjust the chair appropriately, avoid leaning forward or leaning back too much. Let your feet touch the floor for the most comfortable feeling. Do not sit in one position for too long. You should move around and take a break after about 60 minutes of work. Walking around the desk gently, moving your body every 15 minutes will help you feel more comfortable, your spine will also be relaxed and avoid the risk of scoliosis. In addition, do not sit cross-legged for too long but should change positions regularly.

Exercising incorrectly causesspinal cord injury

Exercising and playing sports are good habits for all ages. Teenagers' skeletal systems are still developing and are susceptible to injury if they do not exercise properly. Heavy, repetitive movements will create pressure, causing the spine to curve more.

Doctors advise young people to practice exercises to support body development with moderate intensity and appropriate tempo.If you suffer from joint pain and scoliosis,You should see a doctor or professional trainer for advice on appropriate exercises.

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