Whether you’re an athlete, a desk-bound professional, or someone just keen on leading a healthy lifestyle, understanding the intricacies of our body’s musculoskeletal system can make a world of difference. Today, we delve into this essential topic, offering five insightful ways to keep your bones, muscles, and joints in peak condition. The Significance of Musculoskeletal Health Before you embark on the journey to better musculoskeletal health, it’s essential to grasp its importance. This system gives our body structure, provides movement, and protects our vital organs. Good musculoskeletal health translates to flexibility, strength, and being free of pain. On the flip...
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Tips for Posture Correction in the Workplace
These days, a significant portion of our lives is spent in workplaces. While the modern work environment offers many conveniences, it has also brought about challenges, particularly concerning posture. The team at Mandurah Spine and Sport have a wealth of knowledge about spinal health, and today, we’ll share some invaluable advice on posture correction in the workplace. The Importance of Proper Workplace Posture Firstly, let’s clarify why posture matters so much, especially at work. Good posture isn’t just about looking confident; it plays a pivotal role in preventing strain on your spine, reducing the risk of chronic musculoskeletal problems, enhancing...
The Undeniable Connection Between Posture and Spinal Health
At Mandurah Spine and Sport, we pride ourselves on our commitment to understanding the intricacies of spinal health. Among the myriad of factors influencing your spine’s well-being, posture stands out as a key player. Let’s delve into the intricate connection between posture and spinal health. Understanding Posture Posture isn’t just about standing tall or sitting without slouching. It encompasses how we hold our bodies while standing, sitting, and even lying down. Proper posture ensures that our muscles and ligaments are used correctly, and that the stress on our spine is evenly distributed. The Backbone of the Issue: How Poor Posture...
The Shoulder Muscle: Basics, Training and Treatment.
The first part of this piece will give you a basic understanding of how the shoulder muscles work. The second part is a little more detailed for those that want to better understand the anatomy. The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body. In this blog, we look at how the muscles in the shoulder work to provide us with strength and mobility in this joint. We will also examine why we can get shoulder pain. Then, we’ll delve into a little more detail for those that want to better understand the anatomy of the shoulder, discussing the deltoid, rotator cuff and smaller component muscles.
How Your Lower Back and Hips Function
The role of the muscles of the erector spinae - multifidus, longissimus and iliocostalis – is spinal stability, not to extend or move the individual joints that they cross over. The Individual muscles are in the wrong position with the wrong angles of force to extend the joint efficiently. They are too weak, with small tendons that attach to the thin bone of the spinous process and transverse process. Muscles that pull to flex and extend the joints they surround are much bigger, with strong tendons and strong attachments, think biceps and triceps for example.
Foam Rolling Might Not Be That Helpful
Have you ever wondered what foam rolling is to your lower back? Is it doing what you want it to do? Sadly, probably not. The action puts a lot of stress on the bones and joints of your spine in a way they are not really designed for.