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April 30, 2014 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Could This Simple Posture Error Wreak Havoc On Your Bone Health?
…fractures. FHP And Dowager’s Hump (Kyphosis) While researchers referred to FHP as “hyperkyphosis,” FHP is not the same thing as kyphosis, or Dowager’s Hump. FHP can certainly exacerbate this condition, however, and poor posture plays a role in both. In fact, many of the health problems associated with FHP are similar to those caused by kyphosis, including… Reduced Lung Capacity When your head sags forward, your chest becomes compressed and your lu…
February 9, 2018 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Gentle FHP And Kyphosis Corrector
…the body from “resetting” and recovering from the muscle strain caused by FHP. The issue with FHP is that it tends to become chronic. It’s not just poking your head forward briefly once in awhile; it’s typically a constant postural error. As a result, the muscles that hold the head up become strained and imbalanced, with the neck flexors in the front becoming weak, and the neck extensors in the back becoming tight. The upper back muscles also bec…
October 14, 2016 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Cervicalgia And FHP Technique
…e unnatural weight and subsequent strain. In contrast, the Cervicalgia And FHP Technique counteracts FHP by moving the head back and stretching the neck flexors. Here’s how to do it. How: You can do this exercise sitting down or standing up. Start by placing the fingers of your left hand on the upper part of your right clavicle (collarbone). Lay your right hand over your left. Push down lightly on your right clavicle and look up and to the left. A…
April 18, 2015 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: The Posture Adjuster
…sture, or FHP, is a growing problem. Because it’s a precursor to kyphosis, FHP is of particular concern. In addition, FHP throws your body out of balance, setting the stage for falls that can result in painful fractures. In fact, poor posture in general compromises your balance by skewing your center of gravity and making it harder for you to stay upright. In addition, it can greatly affect your future quality of life, as you’ll see later. For tho…
August 15, 2014 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Advanced Forward Head Posture Corrector
…eye strain (your eyes must stay in an upward-looking position if you have FHP). In correcting and preventing FHP, it’s important to keep your ribcage up and your chest open. You see, as your shoulders round forward, the muscles between your ribs (called the intercostals) tighten and become shorter. This prevents deep breathing, a crucial element in building strong bones through whole-body alkalization. The Advanced Forward Head Posture Corrector…
May 27, 2017 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Easy Forward Head Posture Corrector And Preventer
…balance control), and with eyes opened or closed. Half the volunteers had FHP; the other half did not. Researchers found that FHP was particularly detrimental to static balance, and “static balance training may help patients overcome problems associated with FHP.”1 More Reasons To Perform Postural Exercises It’s certainly true that balance exercises are indicated when it comes to fall prevention. There are additional benefits to such exercises, t…
July 1, 2017 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Cervical Aligner And Pain Reliever
…modern humans make is Forward Head Posture, or FHP. Forward Head Posture (FHP) Defined FHP is more than just poking your head forward for a moment. It’s a gradual, almost constant position of the head where your ears are in front of your shoulders (instead of directly above them) and your neck is stretched at an outward angle from the shoulders. In other words, FHP means your head is in front of (anterior to) your center of gravity — and remains…
April 28, 2018 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Neck Toner And FHP Preventer
…diaphragm can’t work properly if you are bent forward, as is the case with FHP. And amazingly enough, research shows that FHP actually increases fracture risk. You can read more about the connection between FHP and fracture risk at the following link: Could This Simple Posture Error Wreak Havoc On Your Bones Health? This leads us to the next point, which is… Posture Savers are well aware of the connection between bone health and posture. Strengthe…
November 7, 2014 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: The Forward Head Posture And Pelvic Tilt Corrector
…other problems, including an increased risk of compression fractures. The FHP And Pelvic Tilt Corrector is a simple but powerful isometric exercise that corrects both FHP and anterior pelvic tilt. And let me tell you, I was surprised when I tried this exercise! The movement is very subtle, and at first, it looks like you’re not doing much of anything. But when I actually did it, I could really feel “the burn” in my neck, back, and core muscles. S…
July 16, 2016 by Vivian Goldschmidt, MA
Weekend Challenge: Kyphosis Tester And Preventer
…ntion. So this weekend, I challenge you to take proactive steps to correct FHP – starting with the Kyphosis Tester And Preventer. And you’ll also be able to determine the extent of your FHP and/or kyphosis with a step-by-step DIY Posture Evaluation. Let’s get started! Why: Posture is about so much more than just standing up straight. When you sit or stand with correct posture, your joints are aligned and your body does not have to fight gravity to…