Did you know that posture is not only useful for looking great and for better self-esteem, but it is also important for your health. In fact, having good posture is the equivalent of protecting our spine against the shocks of daily life. The spine is made up of 3 essential curves which have the function of preserving the good mechanics of the body's joints and allowing us to cope with the stresses and ailments of everyday life. These three curves are cervical lordosis, thoracic kyphosis and lumbar lordosis. All these curves must have optimal angulation in order to prevent deterioration of the joints and discs of the spine, and therefore protect our nervous system.
Of course, having smooth and optimal curves seen from the side of the spine is fundamental for anyone wishing to maintain their back, neck or general nervous health, regardless of our life goals. However, we should also not forget the front view of the spine. You see, a person's posture is like a window into what is happening inside the body, to the spine and the nervous system. It can tell us the state of health of a person, you just have to look around to see it. Thus, when we observe the posture seen from the front, it is essential that the head is aligned with the rest of the spine, that is to say that we do not want to see any rotation, flexion or translation of it, here in relation to the shoulders. Moreover, the shoulders must be perfectly parallel to the floor, just like the hips. It is not normal to feel unbalanced when looking at yourself in the mirror, or when walking, or even when sitting at your desk. Of course, in certain life situations, such as particular working conditions, we can say that it is normal to develop this or that habit or postural pattern. However, let's keep in mind that these deviations are not always healthy, and therefore do not promote optimal health.
These postural imbalances can result in undue pressure on our nervous system, that is to say on our peripheral nerves, and even on our autonomic nervous system (sympathetic and parasympathetic). This can lead to pain and inflammation everywhere in the long run, but very often we only feel the consequences very late in life, when the body has taken too much on itself. It depends on each organism, each human body, each patient being different. The chiropractor, whose goal is to restore optimal movement and mechanics of the spine and pelvic bones, is the ideal professional for correction, adjustment of the spine, for a proactive and healthy lifestyle.
