Back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal issues worldwide, affecting up to 80% of adults at some point in their lives. While many causes of back pain require clinical evaluation and treatment, poor posture—especially during prolonged sitting—is one of the most overlooked contributors. A simple and effective tool for improving posture and reducing strain on the lower back is a lumbar roll for back pain.
Using Standing Desks To Increase Life Expectancy The American Cancer Society released research statistics indicating people sitting more than six hours a day have a higher death rate. It is easy to see why sitting is labeled as the new smoking. Couple this with other studies finding similar results, where active people exercising for at… Read More >
The Relationship Between Rounded Shoulders And Pectoralis Minor Postural changes such as having rounded shoulders, can be the result of tight pectoralis minor muscles, through the tight pec minor muscle pulling the shoulder blade down and forward. Bringing the shoulders downwards and rounding them forward. Through the origin of pectoralis minor coming off the ribs… Read More >
Where Is Your Pec Minor? Pectoralis minor, or pec minor as it is more commonly referred to as, is a muscle that lies in the front lateral area of your chest. Pectoralis minor lies deep to its big brother pec major and as seen in the image below pectoralis minor originates from the third, forth… Read More >