Posture Problems Therapy in Crystal Palace, Hayes, Penge and West Wickham

Posture Problems

Get Your Posture Problems Fixed Today!

What are Posture Problems?

Most people would agree that good posture is important, however most of us are too busy to pay much attention to how we sit and stand. The problem is that bad posture is usually comfortable and the more serious side effects develop slowly over long periods.

This pushes good posture down our list of priorities and means we often don’t connect it with the pain and injuries that develop as result.

Our holistic treatment approach at Back in Balance Clinic will look at any pain or injury you present with, and see how it has affected the surrounding structures.

Invariably we will look at the overall posture to see if adaptive changes have contributed to your physical impairment.

As part of a comprehensive treatment plan we will target both the injury itself and the postural issues aggravating it.

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Symptoms of Posture Problems

Even standing still chatting with friends in a consistently uneven posture can over time lead to minor aches and pains.

At Back in Balance Clinic we can help raise your awareness about posture to allow you to take back control of your body, then realign yourself to look and feel better.

It will take conscious effort at first, but will quickly become second nature. This is achieved through treatment and posture exercise prescribed to you.

Common Signs of Poor Posture;

• Forward protruding head and chin
• Rounded, forward rolling shoulders
• Forward hunched upper back
• Constantly bent knees, whether walking or standing still
• Forward tilting hips, exaggerating a protruding belly and bum
• Generalised aching across large areas and joints, especially along the spine

Causes of Posture Problems

Many people are leading increasing sedentary lifestyles, remaining in a single general position for extended periods. Such prolonged bouts of poor posture cause adaptive changes in your soft tissues, potentially leading to permanent deformation if not corrected.

Typical causes of Poor Posture

• Inefficient Workspace
  Poor positioning of keyboard, monitor and chair
• Inadequate footwear
  Lack of arch support and cushioning or excessive heel height
• Watching Television
  Long hours slouched in a comfy chair
• Obesity
  Uneven weight distribution pulling the back and neck out of alignment
• Computer Games
  Hunched or leaning forwards, focused but scarcely moving
• Pregnancy
  Although temporary it can exacerbate existing postural issues
• Long Drives
  Commuting or working for long hours with the seat in a bad position
• Cradling ordinary desk phones between the shoulder and ear, straining the neck

How Back in Balance clinic treat Posture Problems

• Consultation

We will conduct a consultation and through this discussion we will enquire about your physical issues and the circumstances surrounding their onset. We will look at your broader lifestyle and activity levels to better understand the contributing factors. This will allow us to fully comprehend the mechanism leading to your impairment, and offer targeted advice to produce lasting positive changes.

• Assessment

We will then conduct a physical assessment to identify which structures have been affected.

• Treatment

We can then develop a personalised treatment plan to address any current symptoms of pain or issues you may be having. Along with providing advice to avoid reoccurring injury.

Postural Problems can be corrected with

• Spinal Manipulation
• Soft Tissue Manipulation
• Sports Massage
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Soft Tissue and Deep Tissue Massage
• Heat Therapy
  [Including cold treatments and Hot Stone massage]
• Advice on frequent breaks from activity, to realign posture
• Muscle stretches, both passive and active
• Range of movement exercises to prevent joint and muscle stiffness
• Proprioception exercises to improve postural awareness
• Kinesio Taping to increase postural awareness
• Strengthening exercises to address muscle imbalance
• Activity modification, lifestyle advice
• Ergonomic workspace assessment, to reduce physical strain
• Ergonomic advice for the home environment
• Improving sports technique, biomechanical analysis
• Client education, early warning signs of poor posture and re-injury

Benefits of Posture Problem Treatment

Good posture is about more than simply avoiding potential aches and injuries. It can affect our self-perception and confidence, improving mental health and our sense of well-being. Good posture affects us whether we are standing still or moving. Our dynamic stability is affected throughout movements by the posture we hold.

Our Strategy To Resolve Your Posture Problems

Pain Relief

• Spinal Manipulation
• Spinal Realignment
• Soft Tissue and Deep Tissue Massage
• Heat Therapy [Including cold treatments and Hot Stone massage]
• Supportive strap/brace [as temporary relief during functional activity]
• Rest from all aggravating activity

Rehabilitation:

•  Muscle stretches, both passive and active
• Range of movement exercises to prevent joint and muscle stiffness
•  Proprioception and balance exercises
• Kinesio Taping [Providing support during rehab exercises]
• Strength recovery exercises

Prevention:

• Progressive muscle strengthening exercises [Eccentric to concentric]
• Activity modification, lifestyle advice
• Improving sports technique, biomechanical analysis
• Sports brace
• Client education, early warning signs of re-injury
• Regular sports massage session’s pre and post activity

Benefits of Good Posture;

• Reduces joint stiffness
• Improved circulation
• Avoids muscle imbalance
• Reduces muscle strain or overstretching
• Promotes mental state of alertness whilst physically relaxed
• Minimises risk of injury during activity
• Improves confidence through positive self-perception

At Back in Balance Clinic we understand this is your rehabilitation journey and your input will be vital to achieving the fullest possible recovery.

Get Your Posture Problems Fixed Today!

Book now for a treatment by calling:

07443 476 078

To allow you to arrange a swift appointment and answer any questions you may have.

You may also contact us by email

enquiries@back-inbalance.com

if you’re not in a hurry…

Your first appointment

During your first appointment with Back in Balance Clinic we will discuss your symptoms, conduct a thorough assessment and examination. This allows us to offer immediate treatment to resolve your aches and pains.

Prices

• 1st appointment – £65 (60 mins)

(consultation | assessment | treatment)

• Subsequent appointment –
  £65 (60 mins) £35 (30 mins)

Testimonials

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