POSTURE EDUCATION AND TRAINING
We evaluate and address muscle imbalances, posture, and body control issues to relieve pain and prevent strain.
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What is Posture Education and Training?
The Postural Education and Training program aims to evaluate and address issues related to muscle imbalances and difficulties in controlling body positions, which may be leading to pain or excessive strain on other body structures.
This program involves a comprehensive assessment of the body’s alignment and the distribution of load across various joints. The primary focus of the program is to enhance the functioning of postural control muscles, promote their activation, and enhance movement quality and muscle activity in targeted areas.
What causes poor posture?
Poor posture is caused by reduced or limited core, spine and neck strength. It can be related to habits or repetitive tasks that promote poor posture. It can also be related to fatigue or overload of stability muscles that create an over reliance on accessory muscles to compensate.
How long does it take to correct posture?
There is no set time frame for correction of posture, but it can be affected greatly by our ability to be self aware during daily tasks as well as addressing poor postures when able.
Depending on whether the poor postures have been due to an injury or more of a long term habitual issue may also play into the duration of recovery. Overall, as with much of one’s efforts to improve physically, regular and continued efforts to address the issue of poor posture will likely significantly improve the outcome as opposed to only working on the issue for a short period of time or sporadically.
How can I check my posture?
To check your posture, pay attention to your position when completing regular daily tasks. For example, when you are:
- Sitting at the computed desk or driving a car
- Standing at the sink or counter while washing dishes or cooking
- Taking a moment to check-in with yourself while walking by a mirror or a reflective window
As noted above, thinking about sections of the body that might be affected can also help. They may all play into your overall posture of the following:
- Neck
- Shoulders
- Spine
- Hips
What are the benefits of good posture?
The benefits of better posture or corrections in poor postures can reduce pain as well as increase activation of stability muscles throughout the body. Reducing excessive poor posture through the neck and shoulder can also have an effect on the nervous system of your body to improve sensory and motor feedback in your limbs as well as increasing your ability to recruit muscles that may have been limited with poor posture.
Our Kinesiologists
Our kinesiologists can provide expert assistance in optimizing physical performance, injury prevention, and rehabilitation through evidence-based movement analysis and specialized exercise programs. They are skilled in assessing movement patterns, identifying imbalances, and tailoring personalized strategies to enhance overall functional fitness and well-being.
Kristen McLaren
Registered Kinesiologist, Personal Trainer
Logan Wong
Registered Kinesiologist, Personal Trainer