Bad Sitting Habits Lead to Upper Crossed Syndrome; Here Are 3 Simple Stretches to Correct It

Bad Sitting Habits Lead to Upper Crossed Syndrome; Here Are 3 Simple Stretches to Correct It
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The big problem with bad posture is that it often feels so good.

Postural considerations often relate to formed habits, and even though bad posture can have negative consequences in other areas of the body—and on bodily function as a whole—bad postural habits often feel comfortable and familiar. At first, bad posture is just bad posture, but over time, certain muscles can grow tight and strong while others grow stretched and weak, upsetting the body’s natural postural balance.

Kevin Shelley
Kevin Shelley
Kevin Shelley is a licensed occupational therapist with over 30 years of experience in major health care settings. He is a health columnist for The Epoch Times.
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