POSTURE - AIDS & HINDRANCES Drusilla Redman MCSP SRP

WHAT IS GOOD POSTURE? The most important thing about a good posture is that it is dynamic. It should always be moving, at least a little bit. A static posture is pain and injury waiting to happen. In fact static positioning is a common torture method for self inflicted pain.

LAP TOP, PIANO & COMPUTER LUNACY ! What effects might this posture have on your body?

THE FIRST IS HEAD WEIGHT

habituates flexion obstructs blood flow compresses lungs shortens abdominal muscles stretches back muscles closes off throat and trachea impedes flow of cerebrospinal fluid inhibits memory encourages osteoporosis MORE EFFECTS:

THEN WHAT IS GOOD POSTURE? Good posture means your bones are properly aligned and your joints are supported ideally in your mid-range to allow your muscles and ligaments to work as nature intended. Good posture is created when abdominal and back muscles are working equally to support the natural spinal curves whatever the body position. Good posture means your vital organs are in their right position and can function at peak efficiency.

THEORETICALLY GOOD POSTURE BALANCE CENTRE OF GRAVITY LINE

And it all starts with the pelvis!

Exercise your lumbar spine!

KNEELER CHAIR FOR GOOD POSTURE

BALANCE, CENTRE OF GRAVITY and LINE

AIDS TO GOOD POSTURE Alexander Technique Feldenkrais Method Body Mapping Yoga Pilates

Aids to help maintain good posture: straps mirrors cushions pressure pads braces & rests wooden blocks adjustable chairs non-slip material

HINDRANCES fatigue low seating changing footwear illness, pain or injury poorly placed music stands heavy or awkward instruments long periods of playing/rehearsal