What are the effects of poor posture on the body?
When the body is not in proper alignment, the body must adapt and compensate to keep us upright and moving. Thus, poor posture will lead to abnormal wear and tear on the muscles, joints and bones, leading to muscle pain, fatigue, stress, damage to joint cartilage and tendons, and an increased risk of injury. Over time, this can lead to chronic back, knee, hip and neck pain, as well as foot problems. A recent study suggested that these conditions led to healthcare costs of more than $25 billion a year and a loss of thirty work days a year for each employed adult in the U.S. The stress on our muscles can cause an increased release of cortisol, the stress hormone, and may produce an imbalance in other hormones in the body. Poor posture can also change the alignment of the internal organs leading to difficulty with digestion and constipation. It can also lead to difficulty in circulation of blood leading to cold extremities. What are the benefits of good posture? • Most experts claim that
