If you suffer from TMJ syndrome you already know some of the more common symptoms. Did you know though, that problems with your TMJ can be directly related to your posture? Believe it or not, the way you sit or stand can have a direct effect on your TMJ. Let’s take a look at the […]
Forward head posture is the anterior positioning of the cervical spine. It is a posture problem that is caused by several factors including sleeping with the head elevated too high, extended use of computers and cell phones, lack of developed back muscle strength and lack of nutrients such as calcium. Forward head posture can cause […]
If you suffer from trigger points in your back, yoga can be an effective alternative to pain medication. In fact, new research finds that yoga can be as safe and effective as physical therapy in easing pain. However, most people are still unaware that yoga can help with trigger points. Below are three yoga poses that […]
When you were a kid, chances are your mom told you to sit up straight or fix your posture. While you might have thought she was just nagging you, there was a real reason for it too. Having a good posture can prevent back and other medical issues later in life. Let’s take a look […]
Trigger points are small areas of spasm inside your muscle. When “struck” trigger points can sometimes cause debilitating pain that can make it difficult or temporarily even impossible to move. For generations, the answer to pain caused by trigger points was opioids. However, with the use of a trigger point chart some hospitals have begun […]