Do you have a “slouched posture” and various aches/pains in your neck, shoulders, arms, or chest?
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The following information may help.
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Upper crossed syndrome refers to a particular configuration of overlapping overactive and underactive muscle groups in the neck, chest, and shoulders.
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Poor posture typically causes the syndrome, including the forward head posture, which occurs when people use electronic devices, read, and drive.
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For my fellow nerds, here is a list of the tight muscles: Pectorals, Upper Trapezius, Levator Scapula, Sternocleidomastoid, Suboccipitals, Subscapularis, Latissimus Dorsi, Arm Flexors.
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Here is a list of the weak muscles: Longus Capits, Longus Colli, Hyoids, Serratus Anterior, Rhomboids, Lower Trapezius, Posterior Rotator Cuff, Arm Extensors.
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Here are a few tips to improve your posture:
1. Strengthen the weakened muscles and stretch the tightened muscles listed above.
2. Ensure your laptop is right in front of your eyes. No looking downwards or “poking” of your chin.
3. The keyboard should be positioned such that your elbows are at 90 degrees, shoulders slightly back, wrists in neutral position, feet supported on ground, and back erect.
4. Schedule an appointment with us for a specific diagnosis and plan of management.
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Make it a great day!
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Contact us for injury management or online health/coaching/training/nutrition plans.
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www.endurance8health.com.